UMVA has learned that a significant development in the transfer market could be on the horizon, with Liverpool seemingly open to considering offers for talented youngster Curtis Jones this summer.
The 25-year-old England international's current deal expires in a year's time, and with no real progress in talks over a new contract, it appears Liverpool may be preparing to let him go to avoid losing him on a free transfer. Jones came close to joining Inter Milan back in January, and the Italian giants are still keen on signing him.
Tottenham and Aston Villa are also keeping tabs on Jones' situation, and it's understood that Spurs could be weighing up a move for the player. However, it's unclear whether they will firm up their interest before the end of the season, with their own relegation battle still to be decided.
Liverpool are reportedly looking for €40m to let Jones go, but this asking price may be proving problematic, with potential buyers possibly hesitant to meet the Merseyside club's valuation. Despite being a decent squad player for Liverpool, Jones hasn't quite established himself as a regular starter, which might make the club less concerned about losing him.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that Liverpool's stance on Jones could be influenced by the fact that his sale would represent 'pure profit' from a financial perspective, as a homegrown player who didn't cost a transfer fee. This could make the club more open to doing business this summer, rather than risking losing Jones as a free agent at the end of next season.
If Liverpool are to secure a decent fee for Jones, they may need to be more realistic about their asking price, or risk losing him on a free transfer. With several clubs interested in the player, the Reds will be hoping to capitalize on his value in the transfer market.
