Curtis Jones' data and pass maps show he's the answer to Liverpool's problems

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(Credit: Manh Tung - Breaking Media) Tue 28 October 2025 15:41, UK Liverpool are in a state of complete disarray under Arne Slot and are in real danger of relinquishing their hold on the Premier League title.The Merseyside outfit are on their worst run in the top-flight since February 2021, having lost four games in a row.Slot is coming under increasing pressure from Liverpool supporters, who are seeing their side struggle for the first time under the control of the Dutchman.However, midfielder Curtis Jones has provided a glimmer of hope for the Premier League champions with his recent performances and could well be the catalyst for the Reds’ revival.Credit: ImagoCurtis Jones shines brightest against BrentfordJones has spent the majority of the season down the pecking order under Slot, with the likes of Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai preferred in the centre of the park. Once again, the academy graduate proved his quality, bringing a sense of control and composure during his 70 minutes on the pitch to what was otherwise a dismal Liverpool showing.Curtis Jones’ stats vs Brentford:97% pass accuracy89 touches9 recoveries4/4 long balls completed5/8 duels won1 shot on targetWhat was most impressive about Jones’ display was the way he kept possession ticking over for Liverpool, often being used as the focal point for the Reds’ build-up play.

The midfielder would even drop behind Ibrahima Konate and Virgil van Dijk at times to switch the direction of attack, as well as making periodic bursts forward.As exhibited by his pass map against Brentford, courtesy of Football Insider’s data partnership with Opta, Jones was not only heavily involved in the game, but his pass accuracy (97%) was also outstanding. At Bournemouth, the defender was so impressive in attacking areas, but against Brentford, bar his back-post tap-in, he failed to have an impact on proceedings.Curtis Jones must start for LiverpoolSlot has struggled to find a midfield combination that has worked for Liverpool in recent times, but in Jones and Szoboszlai he has a balanced duo that complements each other very well.Of course, the defensive and attacking areas are much bigger causes of concern, but at least the Dutchman may have finally found his answer to winning control in the centre of the park.Stats (Per 90)TouchesPass Completion RateProgressive PassesProgressive DribblesGoal Creating ActionCurtis Jones81.192%12.83.610.56Ryan Gravenberch75.487.4%5.222.690.3Alexis Mac Allister62.883.5%3.582.260.38Dominik Szoboszlai81.983.1%7.672.780.67Liverpool’s midfielders in the Premier League 2025-26One criticism fired at Jones in the past has been that he only passes the ball sideways and backwards.

However, the stats show that he is actually the most progressive out of the Liverpool midfielders, by some distance as well.Looking at the numbers, it is no surprise that the Jones-Szoboszlai duo has given the Reds a fresh look in midfield, as they are outperforming Mac Allister and Gravenberch in key areas. They are passing forward more often, as well as driving the team on with the ball at their feet.Gravenberch is currently out of action with an ankle injury, but even when he returns, Slot must find a way to keep Jones in the starting lineup and allow his relationship with Szoboszlai to flourish.