Image for Liverpool Curtis Jones transfer twist in fresh Ben Jacobs update
Image for Liverpool Curtis Jones transfer twist in fresh Ben Jacobs update
A sudden twist in the Curtis Jones transfer chase? Ben Jacobs drops a fresh update as Inter Milan prepare their next move.
The ongoing transfer narrative surrounding Curtis Jones’ future at Liverpool has entered a crucial phase, with Serie A giants Inter Milan actively preparing to break the summer stalemate on Merseyside with a substantially improved formal offer.
According to a fresh update provided by transfer journalist Ben Jacobs, Inter are now prepared to put together a total package exceeding €35 million (£30m+) in an effort to lure the 25-year-old midfielder away from Anfield.
While direct communication between the two European titans has primarily been handled through intermediaries up to this point, the Italian champions are now ready to formalise their interest as the summer transfer deadline rapidly approaches.
As of Wednesday afternoon, no fresh written bid has landed however, sources close to negotiations expect the landscape to change in short order as Inter look to test Liverpool’s resolve before the Premier League season kicks off against Newcastle United.
Inter expected to place a new bid for Curtis Jones. Talks to date, mostly via intermediaries, have seen in a gulf in valuation. Yet Inter now prepared to pay over €35m.
No fresh offer has reached Liverpool as of Wednesday afternoon, but that is expected to change soon.??????? pic.twitter.com/L7KvyHSJ5k
— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) August 12, 2026
Understanding the valuation gap and Liverpool’s position
Throughout the summer dialogue, the primary sticking point between the two clubs has been a notable gulf in valuation.
Inter’s informal probes through intermediaries had previously fallen considerably short of Liverpool’s internal baseline for the homegrown star. While an offer surpassing €35 million demonstrates a clear intention from San Siro to get a deal over the line, Liverpool remain under no immediate pressure to sell, despite Jones entering the final 12 months of his contract next summer.
Head coach Andoni Iraola has consistently voiced his admiration for the Scouse midfielder behind the scenes and in public press briefings. Iraola views Jones as a key asset capable of executing his pressing demands and maintaining ball security in tight central spaces.
Furthermore, Jones’ homegrown status and deep-rooted connection to the club add intangible value that Liverpool are hesitant to surrender without premium compensation.
Unless Inter’s incoming proposal forces a drastic financial rethink from Anfield hierachy, Liverpool’s sporting hierarchy continues to plan with Jones firmly in the squad for the 2026/27 campaign.
What the Italian pursuit means for Jones and Iraola’s squad
For Jones, the interest from Italy presents a compelling career crossroads. Having advanced through the academy ranks to log over 100 senior appearances for his boyhood club, the midfielder has never pushed for a move away from Merseyside.
At the same time, secure starting spots inside Liverpool’s midfield remain fiercely contested. With Alexis Mac Allister returning to full speed after his summer, alongside competition from Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai, Inter can dangle the guarantee of a starring midfield role in Serie A alongside guaranteed Champions League football.
On the pitch, Jones provided a welcome boost at Kirkby on Wednesday by returning to full first-team training. After sitting out last weekend’s 4-2 pre-season defeat against AS Monaco with a minor hip issue, he is fully expected to feature in Sunday’s double-header against Cesc Fàbregas’ Como side at Anfield.
Pre-Season Final Polish: The Como Double-Header
Liverpool wrap up their pre-season preparations this Sunday, August 16, with a dual-header against Serie A outfit Como:
12:00 PM BST: A behind-closed-doors match aimed at getting raw match volume into squad rotation players.
6:00 PM BST: A full-scale fixture staged in front of a packed Anfield crowd.
Alongside Jones’ return, the fixtures are set to mark the unofficial debut of £60 million summer arrival Jeremy Jacquet, who completed his first full team session on Wednesday following recovery from injury.
Whether Sunday’s outing serves as Jones’ final appearance in a Red shirt or the foundation for an expanded role under Iraola will depend entirely on how aggressively Inter back up their interest when their official paperwork arrives in Liverpool’s inbox.