A major midfield overhaul is coming to Liverpool this summer.
Ryan Gravenberch has committed to a new deal and it looks like the club want Dominik Szoboszlai to follow suit. Some incomings have been mooted with the likes of Eduardo Camavinga, Elliot Anderson and Adam Wharton reported to be on the radar.
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It’s clear that Arne Slot and Richard Hughes want to make changes – with the midfield not having had a shakeup since 2023.
There is also a contract problem to solve for Curtis Jones.
Curtis Jones wants out
The homegrown playmaker, 25, is out of contract in 2027 and right now there is no sign of a new deal on the horizon.
The clock therefore is ticking for club bosses to sort out a renewal – otherwise they may conclude that it’s wise to sell Jones this summer. Anfield Watch has reported on Manchester City’s desire to sign the No17.
The England international was close to a move to Inter Milan in January while Tottenham and Aston Villa are also interested.
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That’s according to a new report in talkSPORT – which also suggests that Jones is fed up of his limited role under Slot and will seek a summer exit.
The two-time Premier League title winner has started only 13 top-flight matches this term – falling down Slot’s pecking order despite some very good displays.
No new deal on the horizon
But according to the report a departure should be on the cards – with Liverpool’s need to cash in balanced out by Jones’ strong desire to find something new.
“Curtis Jones is strongly considering bringing his 16-year Liverpool career to an end,” the report reads.
“Jones, 25, who joined the Premier League champions aged nine, is understood to have become frustrated after starting only 13 Premier League games this season.
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“The England international was subject of strong interest from Italian giants Inter Milan in the January transfer window. Aston Villa have also added Jones to their list of summer targets while Tottenham would be keen if they avoid relegation.
“Jones is about to enter the final year of his contract so the Reds either need to sell or offer a new deal.”
Six-cap Jones won’t be short of suitors if he decides to seek a move elsewhere. But it would be to the frustration of fans – who are having to get used to a Liverpool team with very few scousers left in it.
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