Curtis Jones to decide Liverpool future this summer as he enters final 12 months with Aston Villa lurking

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One of those names that is likely not enjoying his football this season is Curtis Jones. Jones will be entering the final twelve months of his current Liverpool contract and the hierarchy must decide if he is a long-term asset or expendable.

Elliott joined the Villains over the summer on a loan with option to buy deal, and almost right away, Emery and the club froze him out and stalled any progress that he hoped to have this season. With Champions League football almost locked up, Aston Villa could offer a strong sum to acquire Jones and it might be one that Slot and his team think would be worth it for a rotation player at this point.

Add into the mix the reports that Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton is seen as a key target, Jones' access to regular minutes is not going to get any easier if he stays on next season. He's been a true servant of the club, but the timing might be lining up just right for him to maximize his opportunities and the club to cash in.