{"id":49019,"date":"2026-06-21T23:44:13","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T03:44:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/21\/liverpool-make-a-u-turn-on-22-goal-star-after-approach-from-europes-new-giants\/"},"modified":"2026-06-21T23:44:13","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T03:44:13","slug":"liverpool-make-a-u-turn-on-22-goal-star-after-approach-from-europes-new-giants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/21\/liverpool-make-a-u-turn-on-22-goal-star-after-approach-from-europes-new-giants\/","title":{"rendered":"Liverpool make a U-turn on 22-goal star after approach from Europe&#8217;s new giants"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/21\/liverpool-make-a-u-turn-on-22-goal-star-after-approach-from-europes-new-giants\/#Ben_Jacobs_talks_about_Liverpools_change_in_stance_on_Curtis_Jones\" >Ben Jacobs talks about Liverpool&#8217;s change in stance on Curtis Jones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/21\/liverpool-make-a-u-turn-on-22-goal-star-after-approach-from-europes-new-giants\/#Why_Liverpool_are_willing_to_keep_Curtis_Jones_despite_transfer_interest\" >Why Liverpool are willing to keep Curtis Jones despite transfer interest<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/06\/21\/liverpool-make-a-u-turn-on-22-goal-star-after-approach-from-europes-new-giants\/#Curtis_Jones_Liverpool_stats\" >Curtis Jones&#8217; Liverpool stats<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<!-- Article Start --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Liverpool have rejected a new approach from Inter Milan for Curtis Jones as the Reds continue to take a firm stance on their assessment of the midfielder.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Italian giants submitted a new verbal offer worth a total of \u20ac25m (\u00a321m) in the past 24 hours, which was summarily rejected by the Merseyside club.<\/p>\n<p>According to prominent journalists Fabrizio Romano and Paul Joyce, no agreement has yet been reached between the two clubs as Liverpool value the academy graduate at a much higher price and have no intention of proceeding with a deal on current terms.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Download the official CaughtOffSide app to get all the latest news and updates straight to your phone. above <span role=\"presentation\"><u>apple<\/u><\/span>  &#038; <span role=\"presentation\"><u>Google play<\/u><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ben_Jacobs_talks_about_Liverpools_change_in_stance_on_Curtis_Jones\"><\/span>Ben Jacobs talks about Liverpool&#8217;s change in stance on Curtis Jones<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Journalist Ben Jacobs has revealed that Inter&#8217;s tenacious approach has led to a major change in stance at Anfield.<\/p>\n<p>Inter took a new approach last week, reaching out for informal conversations rather than a written offer, asking if an agreement could be reached for around 25 million euros.<\/p>\n<p>Liverpool made it immediately clear that they would not allow a sale in this price range, especially given the huge fees that other midfielders are expected to pay in this summer&#8217;s transfer window.<\/p>\n<p>As a result, the club&#8217;s position has hardened. Liverpool are prepared to allow a sale if they receive a suitable and significantly increased valuation, but are equally open to keeping Jones until the final year of his contract, even at the risk of losing him on a free transfer next summer.<\/p>\n<p>Ben Jacobs posted the following update on X.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>&#8220;Inter took a new approach to Curtis Jones last week, asking if they could sign him for around 25 million euros.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;This was a conversation rather than a formal or written offer. Liverpool made it clear that a sale at this price was not possible, especially given the number of other midfielders expected to be sold this summer.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Liverpool are prepared to keep Jones unless a suitable bid is found, even if that means losing him on a free transfer next summer.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Despite Inter reapproaching the club and growing interest elsewhere, Liverpool have never had any concerns about Jones&#8217; attitude or professionalism.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Please understand that the club&#8217;s position has been solidified as a result of Inter&#8217;s recent contacts. A sale would be sanctioned if a suitable offer were made, but Inter would need to significantly increase their valuation to get a deal with Liverpool.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;It&#8217;s worth noting that Liverpool are also happy with Jones staying. If that happens and he impresses Andoni Iraola, they could still decide to negotiate a new contract.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Liverpool_are_willing_to_keep_Curtis_Jones_despite_transfer_interest\"><\/span>Why Liverpool are willing to keep Curtis Jones despite transfer interest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><span>Despite growing interest from Inter Milan and other clubs, Liverpool continue to view Jones as an important member of their squad.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><span>The Reds have never had any concerns about the midfielder&#8217;s attitude, professionalism or commitment, and the academy graduate remains highly regarded within the club.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><span>Liverpool are therefore under no pressure for cash. Instead, they are willing to keep Jones for the remainder of his contract if their valuation is not met.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><span>There is still a path to a long-term future at Anfield. Liverpool could resume talks about a new contract extension if Jones impresses new manager Andoni Iraola during pre-season and the season ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>But for now, Liverpool&#8217;s message is clear. Inter Milan will need to significantly improve their offer if they want to have any chance of signing Curtis Jones this summer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Curtis_Jones_Liverpool_stats\"><\/span>Curtis Jones&#8217; Liverpool stats<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"298\">Inter Milan may believe they can strike a cut-price deal, but Liverpool&#8217;s valuation reflects Jones&#8217; growing importance to the team and his consistent contribution over recent seasons.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"615\">The midfielder has made 228 first-team appearances for the Reds since coming through the club&#8217;s academy, scoring 22 goals and assisting 25 while playing in a variety of midfield roles.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>team<\/th>\n<th align=\"right\">Appearance<\/th>\n<th align=\"right\">the goal<\/th>\n<th align=\"right\">assist<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Liverpool FC<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">228<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">twenty two<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">twenty five<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Liverpool FC U21<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">35<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">16<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Liverpool FC U18<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">29<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">15<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">6<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Liverpool UEFA U19<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">18<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">13<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>total<\/strong><\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>310<\/strong><\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>66<\/strong><\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>39<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"615\">Curtis Jones Liverpool stats (via Transfermarkt)<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"615\">His ability to play as a number eight, deep midfielder or advanced playmaker has made him a valuable option for successive managers.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"944\">Jones featured regularly in multiple competitions last season, racking up significant minutes despite intense competition for a place in Liverpool&#8217;s midfield. His ball possession, pressing strength and tactical versatility were praised by coaches behind the scenes and helped him establish himself as a reliable team member.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"1216\">At 25, Jones is also entering what is traditionally considered the peak of a midfielder&#8217;s career.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"1216\">Liverpool therefore see little incentive to sell for \u20ac25 million, especially in a market where established Premier League midfielders command significantly higher fees.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p><!-- Article End -->\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Liverpool have rejected a new approach from Inter Milan for Curtis Jones as the Reds continue to take a firm stance on their assessment of the midfielder. The Italian giants submitted a new verbal offer worth a total of \u20ac25m (\u00a321m) in the past 24 hours, which was summarily rejected by the Merseyside club. 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