Inter Milan offers €35m for Liverpool Curtis Jones

Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones is the subject of a persistent transfer pursuit from Serie A champions Inter Milan, with the Italian club hoping to secure the 25-year-old before his contract expires next summer. Inter have seen multiple bids rejected, the latest being a reported offer of €35 million (£29.5 million) that still falls short of Liverpool’s valuation, which sources indicate is around £40 million.

The England international has entered the final year of his contract at Anfield, and senior club figures have reportedly stated they would prefer to see him leave on a free transfer in 2027 rather than accept a fee below their asking price. There are currently no active talks over a new deal for Jones, a product of Liverpool’s academy who has made 228 appearances for the club since his debut in 2019.

Inter’s interest dates back to the January transfer window, when a loan proposal was rejected. Their sporting director, Piero Ausilio, has publicly acknowledged the club’s attention to the player. Manager Christian Chivu has identified Jones as a preferred target for his midfield, valuing his technical ability and suitability to Inter’s system. Reports suggest Jones is open to...