Liverpool rejects Curtis Jones bid as Reds 'irritated' by Inter Milan approach
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Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsCurtis JonesLiverpool has rejected a second bid from Inter Milan for Curtis Jones, with the Reds said to be unhappy with the Serie A champions' latest offer amid their ongoing interest in the midfielderCurtis Jones is the subject of interest from Inter Milan this summer(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool has turned down a second offer from Inter Milan for Curtis Jones, with the Reds growing increasingly unhappy with the offers coming from the San Siro amid the ongoing interest in the midfielder.Jones has been heavily linked with a move away from Anfield, with the 25-year-old having struggled to nail down a spot in Liverpool's starting line-up under Arne Slot last season. Even with Andoni Iraola taking over as head coach, speculation is rife that Jones will be exiting this summer.Inter's interest has been clear for some time now, with the Italian giants having enquired about Jones back in January, although a move never materialized.
The second bid from the Serie A champions is said to be around $29 million (€25M), but the Reds value Jones at around $47 million (£35M).It's claimed that Liverpool thinks Inter is not being serious given the midfield market this summer. It's likely the Reds could also be in the market for a new midfielder this summer, which would become more of a priority if Jones were to leave.What's more, The Telegraph claims that Jones is now set to remain at Anfield, with Liverpool having made it clear to Inter that is has no interest in doing business with the club after it indicated that $27M was its ceiling.Liverpool is holding firm on its valuation of Curtis Jones(Image: Michael Regan/Getty Images)Liverpool is said to be sticking firm to its valuation, given that Jan Paul van Hecke has recently completed a move to Tottenham for $69M (£52M) despite being in the final year of his contract at Brighton.Jones is in the same position at Liverpool, although its suggested that any talks over a new deal would happen later in the year, with the Reds having no concerns over the midfielder being distracted.Get Liverpool's new 2026/27 home kitThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.
Learn moreLiverpool FC have launched their new home kit for the 2026/27, inspired by iconic adidas strip worn during the club's 1989/90 title-winning campaign.With Iraola taking over as head coach this summer, it is expected that Jones will be given opportunities this summer, with the Spaniard eager to take a close look at his new squad, which could also delay any new signings, despite Victor Munoz's transfer having already been completed and the continuing pursuit of Yan Diomande.Liverpool.com says: Liverpool is right to take a strong stance on its valuation of Jones. He's shown how useful he can be with his performances at right-back toward the end of the season, and he does perhaps deserve more opportunities in midfield.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCCurtis JonesTransfers