His last outing came on 2 October, when he featured for only four minutes.
Under the terms of the loan agreement, Elliott must reach a specific number of matches for Liverpool to receive £35 million from Villa.
If the Reds lose confidence that he will hit that target, they may recall him in January and seek a new destination for the midfielder.
However, a challenge arises: Elliott has already played for Liverpool and Aston Villa this season, meaning he cannot appear for another European club in 2025/26.
FIFA rules state that a player may be registered with three clubs in one season but may only play for two—except under special circumstances.
According to BBC Sport, Liverpool could therefore explore sending Elliott to Major League Soccer, where the season begins in February.
FIFA’s exception allows players to feature for a third club if they move between associations whose seasons do not align, provided they have fulfilled all contractual obligations.
This loophole could enable Liverpool to relocate Elliott for a third time this season while still complying with the rules.