Tottenham remain keen on bolstering their midfield for the second half of the campaign.
Tottenham are looking to add midfield reinforcements this winter as the club aims to return to winning ways in the Premier League. The Lilywhites need to strengthen their midfield department amid a growing injury crisis at N17 in recent weeks. There is an urgent need to secure the services of a player who can make an immediate impact and slot straight into Thomas Frank’s starting eleven.
The North Londoners managed to sign Conor Gallagher from Atletico Madrid on a long-term deal earlier this month. The England international was brought in as an immediate replacement for Rodrigo Bentancur, who has been ruled out for the next few weeks. To make matters worse, Spurs are now facing the prospect of losing even more players as the injury list continues to grow.
Tottenham are exploring a deal to land Liverpool star Curtis Jones.
Tottenham are exploring a deal to land Liverpool star Curtis Jones.
Recent reports have confirmed that Lucas Bergvall is set to miss around three months of action, forcing the Lilywhites to re-enter the market in search of an additional midfielder. With James Maddison also recovering from an ACL injury, it has become increasingly important for the club to sign a No.8 who can play alongside Gallagher and operate as a box-to-box midfielder.
Tottenham linked with a move to sign Liverpool star Curtis Jones
Tottenham are aiming to bring in a new midfielder for the second half of the campaign. The Lilywhites are keen to sign a player who can carry the ball forward and add much-needed energy and tenacity in the middle of the park. Recent reports have linked the North Londoners with Liverpool star Curtis Jones, with the England international facing an uncertain future at Anfield. He has just 18 months remaining on his contract and has shown no signs of committing his future to the Reds.
John Wenham has urged Spurs to make a move for the 24-year-old, believing he would tick several boxes at N17 if he were to move to North London. Speaking to Tottenham News, Wenham said,
“The links with Curtis Jones, yeah, it seems like if he doesn’t sign a new deal in the summer, I imagine Tottenham will revisit then, or they may even make a move during this January window. He is seen as a progressive passer, that is something Tottenham lack, you know, they’ve had the injuries to Rodrigo Bentancur, Lucas Bergvall, now out for two to three months as well.”
The Lilywhite Rose owner added,
“So Tottenham are in the market for another midfielder, but one that can pass forward and get the team on the front foot, and Curtis Jones ticks a lot of boxes for Tottenham. I mean, I don’t know if Liverpool will make him available, but whilst his contract situation is as it is, other clubs are, you know, primed to make a move, and it seems like he is one Tottenham are after.”
Wenham claims that Spurs could reconsider making a move for Curtis Jones due to their lack of a progressive passer in midfield and the absence of both Bentancur and Bergvall. The Lilywhite Rose owner believes the North Londoners are keen to sign a No.8 who can drive the ball forward, something Jones would bring in abundance. With the England international facing an uncertain future at Liverpool, Spurs could emerge as one of the favourites to land him should he decide to seek a move elsewhere.
Will Curtis Jones make a winter switch to Tottenham?
Tottenham are looking to revamp their midfield and bring in fresh faces for the second half of the campaign. However, whether Liverpool would sanction the sale of Curtis Jones in the coming days remains to be seen. The England international has played an important role in midfield for Arne Slot’s side, establishing himself as a regular presence in the team this season. As a result, it appears highly unlikely that the 24-year-old would be allowed to leave midway through the campaign.
Moreover, the Reds would be reluctant to strengthen a direct Premier League rival by selling a homegrown talent. Jones rose through the ranks at Liverpool’s academy, and there is a strong sense that the midfielder is not looking to leave his boyhood club anytime soon. With only 18 months remaining on his contract, the reigning league champions may instead look to retain him until the summer before making a final decision on his future.