Inter Milan expressed a strong interest in Liverpool’s Curtis Jones during the January transfer window, but the Premier League champions closed the door on any first-team sale amid a heavy injury crisis.
Though primarily a midfielder, his versatility makes Jones an indispensable member of the squad whose injury list is long. Under Arne Slot this season, he has put in very good performances at right-back, as well as on either attacking flank. He has a goal and an assist in 34 appearances in all competitions.
However, at the age of 25, Jones is not a regular starter for Liverpool, and unless a new contract is agreed by the end of the season, his current one will enter its final year. Given the circumstances, according to reports in Italy, Inter are expected to try and lure him away from his boyhood club again.
As for Liverpool, they will surely need reinforcements in the centre-back and winger departments in the summer. On one hand, selling a player like Jones could provide some funds for incoming deals, but it would also weaken the midfield section. If Inter do make a move, it will be interesting to see how they respond.