Liverpool are running into a contract problem over Curtis Jones.
The 24-year-old homegrown midfielder has entered the final 18 months of his current deal - which expires in summer 2027.
If no agreement is reached then the two-time Premier League title winner could walk out of the door for nothing.
And right now renewals for Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai would appear to be sporting director Richard Hughes’ priority.
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Jones last signed a contract extension back in 2022 - when he wasn’t such a key player in the team.
That means his contract will be worth much less than his current teammates in the same position and a renewal will cost Liverpool plenty in additional wages.
Their wage bill is already the highest in English football and it remains to be seen whether the Anfield club are willing - or able - to satisfy the England international’s demands.
Tottenham were reported to be ready to test Liverpool’s resolve over Jones just a few days ago - expressing an interest in concluding a deal valued at around £30m.