Liverpool stance on new Curtis Jones contract after Inter Milan handed firm transfer message
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Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsCurtis JonesLiverpool has rejected a second bid from Inter Milan for Curtis Jones, with the midfielder now looking increasingly likely to stay at Anfield - although he is moving into the final year of his contractCurtis Jones looks as though he could be staying at Liverpool this summer(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool is reportedly still keen to explore a new contract for Curtis Jones, although talks with the midfielder may not happen until later in the year.Jones has been strongly linked with a move away from Anfield this summer, with Inter Milan leading the chase for his signature, although the Serie A champion looks as though it may have blown its chances of landing him.Liverpool has rejected a second offer, with Inter falling well below the Reds' valuation of Jones after bidding around $29 million (€25M). What's more, Liverpool is far from happy and is said to be "irritated" by its Italian counterpart's approach.The Reds are sticking firmly to their $47 million (£35M) valuation, and think Inter is not being serious given the midfield market this summer.With some reports suggesting that Inter has already gone beyond its own ceiling with its latest bid, it does look increasingly as though Jones may be staying at Liverpool this summer.The 25-year-old is entering the final year of his contract at Anfield, with talks over a new deal having stalled.
According to The Athletic, there are no active discussions at the moment, although Liverpool would be keen to explore a new deal if it can bridge the gap between the player's expectations and what the club is willing to offer him.Jones is entering the final year of his contract at Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)The report also plays down the prospect of Jones leaving, claiming that senior Anfield figures would rather risk losing Jones for free next summer than allow him to leave now in a cut-price deal.The Telegraph goes a step further and claims that Jones is now set to remain at Anfield, with Liverpool having made it clear to Inter that it has no interest in doing business with the club.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.However, it is 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.Liverpool is not budging on its valuation, especially given that Jan Paul van Hecke has recently completed a move to Tottenham for $69M (£52M) despite also being in the final year of his contract at Brighton.With Andoni Iraola taking over as head coach this summer, it is expected that Jones will be given opportunities, 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.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCCurtis JonesTransfers