Andoni Iraola warned against Curtis Jones transfer 'mistake' that could cost Liverpool dear

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But Reds boss Iraola has been urged to keep the midfielder or risk making an error in allowing his departure.Curtis Jones continues to be linked with a move away from Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)Andoni Iraola has been advised to keep hold of Curtis Jones amid speculation linking the midfielder with a Liverpool exit.That is the view of former Republic of Ireland midfielder Jason McAteer who has warned that allowing Jones to leave would be a big mistake. The 25-year-old has spent his entire career at Anfield and understands the demands and requirements to play for a club the size of the Reds.And despite rumours suggesting Jones may be on the hunt for a new club after a difficult period under ex-boss Arne Slot, McAteer has urged new boss Iraola to keep the England cap around as he offers stability at a time the club needs it most.

Or it could be a mistake to let him go."The trouble with Curtis, I feel, is his relationship with the managers he's played for," McAteer told Betarades.gr. Obviously now with all the noise, there's an argument for Curtis to leave the football club."I think it would be a mistake.

You've got a new manager coming in, the sporting director's just left, Richard Hughes looks like he's going to leave after the window."There's a lot of uncertainty around Liverpool and in this period, the club needs stability. And I would say, around the dressing room, on and off it is through Virgil van Dijk and Curtis Jones.Andoni Iraola(Image: Getty Images)"I would keep Curtis Jones and if it doesn't work out, the window opens in January and if Curtis wants to move on, or the club doesn't want him, I'm sure there will be negotiations."Jones has played 228 times across all competitions for his boyhood club and that experience is valuable for an ever-changing squad with a new manager looking to implement fresh ideas.McAteer accepts that Jones does have his drawbacks in the engine room and areas he can always improve.