Liverpool transfer news as new Curtis Jones bid 'ready' and Arne Slot favorite monitored
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Liverpool transfer news as a new bid is being prepared for Curtis Jones, while one of Arne Slot's former favorites is said to be attracting interest from Andoni IraolaCurtis Jones is being heavily linked with a move away from Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool’s preparations for the new season will be kicked up a notch this week - and fans will hope that means more signings soon.Andoni Iraola will speak to the media at his first press conference as the Reds’ new head coach later today, and there will be plenty for him to discuss before he welcomes more of his squad for the official start of pre-season.As things stand, Jeremy Jacquet will be the only new face among the playing squad, with Victor Munoz still away at the World Cup with Spain, and there is every chance that the first-team group could end up getting pruned further.Here is the Liverpool.com verdict on the latest transfer gossip to emerge around the Reds.Curtis Jones (Liverpool)Inter Milan is prepared to make a third bid for Curtis Jones this summer, according to TeamTalk.The Serie A champions have already had two bids rejected for the midfielder, with Liverpool looking for around $47 million (£35M), while Inter's highest offer so far has been $29 million (€25M).This new report suggests Liverpool is prepared to negotiate, but has made it clear it won't go below $40M (£30M). 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.Liverpool.com says: If that is what Inter is planning on offering next, then we're sure Liverpool won't be too thrilled.
It won't be an easy choice for the 25-year-old, but if he decides to pursue an opportunity elsewhere, you couldn't really blame him.Lutsharel Geertruida (RB Leipzig)Liverpool is once again monitoring Lutsharel Geertruida, according to Caught Offside, as Iraola looks for a flexible option in defense.Geertruida was targeted by the Reds last season under Arne Slot, having also played under the former Liverpool boss at Feyenoord. With Sunderland unable to find a replacement in time though, the deal never materialized.Liverpool could have the chance to revisit a transfer for Lutsharel Geertruida this summer(Image: Getty Images)Now back at RB Leipzig, it's claimed that both Liverpool and Arsenal are interested, with both sides looking at right-back options who could offer some versatility.
It's suggested that Geertruida could be available for around $29 million (€25M), although no bids have been made by either club so far.Liverpool.com says: Geertruida is a signing that would make a lot of sense. Whether he's quite at the level desired for either right-back or center-back for Liverpool might be an issue though.