£34.5m price tag could stop Curtis Jones' move from Liverpool

Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones appears increasingly keen to remain at Anfield this summer after reports Inter Milan are not prepared to meet the club's demands. According to Italian outlet Calciomercato, Inter remain interested in the 25-year-old England international but negotiations have reached a significant impasse. Liverpool's valuation of £34.5m, equivalent to around €40m, appears too high for the Italian club, which is reluctant to increase its offer beyond €25m.

With Arsenal also allegedly monitoring the situation, Jones' future has become one of the most interesting topics in Liverpool's summer transfer window. Curtis Jones remains a player Liverpool value highly despite growing speculation over his future. The academy graduate is still contracted to the club until June 2027, allowing Liverpool not to rush into a sale.

Calciomercato reports that Inter Milan have made only a minimal offer, with a significant gap in valuations remaining between the two clubs. Liverpool's position is quite clear. Jones is entering the best years of his career and continues to show versatility on the field. While his playing opportunities have varied in recent seasons, he remains a reliable option capable of filling multiple roles.

However, Inter views the situation differently.With Jones in the final 12 months of his contract allowing him to begin negotiations over a free move abroad, the Italian club believe Liverpool's demands exceed what they consider a fair price in the market. This difference of opinion led to the negotiations reaching a deadlock.


A report from Calciomercato notes that Inter Milan do not intend to match Liverpool's €40 million valuation. The publication claims that Liverpool's asking price is significantly higher than the Italian club's own valuation, which is currently not prepared to exceed the €25 million figure. Inter sporting director Piero Ausilio recently commented on the club's interest in Jones, saying: "Minimum range? That's what you say, the millions are not yours. We inquired in January and still interested. We tried and will try again. If we meet later for an assessment, fine, otherwise we'll do something else."

These comments highlight that Inter have not given up on their attempts completely. However, unless one side softens its position, the prospect of an immediate breakthrough looks unlikely.Calciomercato also claim that new head coach Christian Chivu is particularly keen on bringing Jones to Milan before pre-season begins, although financial concerns remain a major obstacle.

Inter Milan is not the only club closely monitoring developments. The report cites Daily Mail reports that Arsenal are also interested in Jones as Mikel Arteta looks for more options in midfield after alternative targets have become elusive. It is unclear whether Arsenal's interest will translate into a formal offer, but the addition of another Premier League club could strengthen Liverpool's position in negotiations.

There is no incentive for Liverpool to compromise unless the offer reflects Jones' importance to the team. Competition for roster spots remains fierce, but Jones has consistently demonstrated his ability to contribute when called upon to play. His status as a club-trained player also adds value under Premier League registration rules. This combination makes Liverpool's £34.5m valuation logical from their point of view.

Transfer negotiations rarely follow a straight line, and the Jones situation is no exception. Inter may hope that circumstances change later in the window, especially if Liverpool's midfield plans change or new arrivals change the club's thinking. At the same time, Liverpool can afford to wait while Jones remains under contract.Calciomercato suggests that Inter could eventually raise fresh funds through exiting transfers, allowing them to resume negotiations before the end of the transfer window. For now, the gap remains significant. Liverpool's position is clear: Curtis Jones will not go cheap and any interested club must be prepared to meet a valuation of around £34.5 million if they hope to bring the Premier League champions into serious negotiations. Unless the financial gap closes significantly, Jones looks set to remain part of Liverpool's plans for next season, with Inter Milan facing serious difficulties in securing one of their priority targets in midfield.

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