Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones is considering a departure from his boyhood club this summer, with Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur showing concrete interest. According to sources, the 25-year-old is seeking guaranteed starts as he enters his prime, and Liverpool could be open to a sale if a bid between £40-50 million materialises.
Jones, a lifelong Liverpool supporter who came through the club's academy, has made 45 appearances across all competitions this season under manager Arne Slot. He has been utilised in central midfield, at right-back, and on the left wing, demonstrating a versatility that former Reds winger Jermaine Pennant believes is crucial to retain. Speaking to talkSPORT, Pennant argued the club should offer Jones a new contract, stating, "We should keep him just for his versatility... He's a local lad, he knows and loves the club, and he can help a lot of the players understand certain things."
However, the player's future is increasingly uncertain. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed there is no agreement on a new contract between Jones and Liverpool, with his current deal running until June 2027. Internal sources suggest a summer exit is accelerating, with the possibility that both Jones and Alexis Mac Allister could depart, signalling a significant midfield overhaul at Anfield.
Aston Villa are reportedly preparing a concrete move for the England international, who is also admired by Tottenham. The prospect of regular first-team football at either club is understood to be a key motivator for Jones as he plots the next stage of his career. Liverpool, meanwhile, have already identified a potential replacement in Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton, although the Eagles are demanding a club-record fee of around £70 million for the 20-year-old.
The situation presents a dilemma for Slot and the Liverpool hierarchy. While a substantial fee for a squad player would aid a summer rebuild, losing another local academy graduate following the expected departure of vice-captain Trent Alexander-Arnold would further diminish the squad's core identity. Jones's potential sale would come in a window where the club has already confirmed the exit of Mohamed Salah, marking a period of substantial transition.
Ultimately, the decision may rest with Jones himself. Should he formally request a move in pursuit of a central role, Liverpool's reported £40-50 million valuation is expected to be tested by interested Premier League rivals, setting the stage for a pivotal transfer saga.
