Liverpool has rejected a second bid from Inter Milan for Curtis Jones, with the midfielder now looking increasingly likely to stay at Anfield - although he is moving into the final year of his contract

19:11, 21 Jun 2026

Curtis Jones looks as though he could be staying at Liverpool this summer(Image: Getty Images)

Liverpool is reportedly still keen to explore a new contract for Curtis Jones, although talks with the midfielder may not happen until later in the year.

Jones has been strongly linked with a move away from Anfield this summer, with Inter Milan leading the chase for his signature, although the Serie A champion looks as though it may have blown its chances of landing him.

Liverpool has rejected a second offer, with Inter falling well below the Reds' valuation of Jones after bidding around $29 million (€25M). What's more, Liverpool is far from happy and is said to be "irritated" by its Italian counterpart's approach.

The Reds are sticking firmly to their $47 million (£35M) valuation, and think Inter is not being serious given the midfield market this summer.

With some reports suggesting that Inter has already gone beyond its own ceiling with its latest bid, it does look increasingly as though Jones may be staying at Liverpool this summer.

The 25-year-old is entering the final year of his contract at Anfield, with talks over a new deal having stalled. According to The Athletic, there are no active discussions at the moment, although Liverpool would be keen to explore a new deal if it can bridge the gap between the player's expectations and what the club is willing to offer him.

Jones is entering the final year of his contract at Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)

The report also plays down the prospect of Jones leaving, claiming that senior Anfield figures would rather risk losing Jones for free next summer than allow him to leave now in a cut-price deal.

The Telegraph goes a step further and claims that Jones is now set to remain at Anfield, with Liverpool having made it clear to Inter that it has no interest in doing business with the club.

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However, it is suggested that any talks over a new deal would happen later in the year, with the Reds having no concerns over the midfielder being distracted.

Liverpool is not budging on its valuation, especially given that Jan Paul van Hecke has recently completed a move to Tottenham for $69M (£52M) despite also being in the final year of his contract at Brighton.

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With Andoni Iraola taking over as head coach this summer, it is expected that Jones will be given opportunities, with the Spaniard eager to take a close look at his new squad, which could also delay any new signings, despite Victor Munoz's transfer having already been completed and the continuing pursuit of Yan Diomande.

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Liverpool has rejected a second bid from Inter Milan for Curtis Jones, with the Reds said to be unhappy with the Serie A champions' latest offer amid their ongoing interest in the midfielder

17:25, 21 Jun 2026Updated 18:01, 21 Jun 2026

Curtis Jones is the subject of interest from Inter Milan this summer(Image: Getty Images)

Liverpool has turned down a second offer from Inter Milan for Curtis Jones, with the Reds growing increasingly unhappy with the offers coming from the San Siro amid the ongoing interest in the midfielder.

Jones has been heavily linked with a move away from Anfield, with the 25-year-old having struggled to nail down a spot in Liverpool's starting line-up under Arne Slot last season. Even with Andoni Iraola taking over as head coach, speculation is rife that Jones will be exiting this summer.

Inter's interest has been clear for some time now, with the Italian giants having enquired about Jones back in January, although a move never materialized. They now look to be stepping up their approach, although the Reds are far from happy.

The Times' Paul Joyce reports that the club has been left "irritated" by its Italian counterpart. The second bid from the Serie A champions is said to be around $29 million (€25M), but the Reds value Jones at around $47 million (£35M).

It's claimed that Liverpool thinks Inter is not being serious given the midfield market this summer. It's likely the Reds could also be in the market for a new midfielder this summer, which would become more of a priority if Jones were to leave.

What's more, The Telegraph claims that Jones is now set to remain at Anfield, with Liverpool having made it clear to Inter that is has no interest in doing business with the club after it indicated that $27M was its ceiling.

Liverpool is holding firm on its valuation of Curtis Jones(Image: Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Liverpool is said to be sticking firm to its valuation, given that Jan Paul van Hecke has recently completed a move to Tottenham for $69M (£52M) despite being in the final year of his contract at Brighton.

Jones is in the same position at Liverpool, although its suggested that any talks over a new deal would happen later in the year, with the Reds having no concerns over the midfielder being distracted.

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With Iraola taking over as head coach this summer, it is expected that Jones will be given opportunities this summer, with the Spaniard eager to take a close look at his new squad, which could also delay any new signings, despite Victor Munoz's transfer having already been completed and the continuing pursuit of Yan Diomande.

Liverpool.com says: Liverpool is right to take a strong stance on its valuation of Jones. Given he is a regular for one of Europe's biggest clubs and an England international, letting him go for under $30M would feel like a huge missed opportunity.

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As it is, keeping him could prove hugely beneficial. He's shown how useful he can be with his performances at right-back toward the end of the season, and he does perhaps deserve more opportunities in midfield.

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Liverpool and Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk picked up a knock while playing against Sweden at the World Cup, but he says he will be fine after an unusual issue

07:53, 21 Jun 2026

Cody Gakpo and Virgil van Dijk during the Netherlands vs Sweden at the World Cup.(Image: ANP via Getty Images)

Virgil van Dijk, the Liverpool and Netherlands captain, has revealed that he picked up an unusual knock while playing against Sweden at the World Cup on Saturday, but he says he will be fine.

In the second half, referee Michael Oliver was spotted going over to Van Dijk to check he was fine to continue. The Liverpool center-back quickly insisted that he was, but was clearly in some discomfort, and he was asked about it at the final whistle.

"I got a knock on my hip and I couldn’t feel my thigh anymore, so that was a bit very strange, but it was probably a nerve," he said post-match. "I think it’s not too bad, but we’ll see."

The Netherlands won the game 5-1 with Cody Gakpo starring and Ryan Gravenberch playing well. Gakpo set up the opener and went on to score twice himself.

A few days after Liverpool confirmed the signing of left winger Victor Munoz from Osasuna, Gakpo put in the kind of performance that can act as a reminder to new head coach Andoni Iraola of what he is capable of.

Gakpo teed up Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey early on in the game with a pinpoint low cross into the middle. He was lively throughout the match.

Virgil van Dijk during the World Cup Group F match between the Netherlands and Japan at Dallas Stadium(Image: ANP via Getty Images)

The Liverpool man struggled for much of last season, but Gakpo showed in the campaign before that how well he can respond to competition. He was much better when he had to fight for his spot alongside Luis Diaz.

He has been linked with a move away from Liverpool this summer, with Tottenham said to be keen. However, the Reds need more attacking numbers, not fewer, even after the arrival of Munoz.

"It is, of course, a shame that the manager has been sacked," Gakpo said a couple of weeks ago when Arne Slot was fired.

"Especially so soon after the season where we had fought to qualify for the Champions League.

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"But yes, I believe the club released a statement about that, with the explanation in it. Ultimately, I don’t think anyone, any of the players, saw it coming. But it certainly happened.

"Many of our players at the club are also working towards the World Cup now, so we’ll have to quickly put that aside, no matter how difficult that can be for someone."

Having drawn 2-2 with Japan in their World Cup opener, the Netherlands will face Tunisia next. They are currently top of the group with four points from a possible six.

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Liverpool spent big last summer to bring in the likes of Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz, but Andoni Iraola's roster is in need of more quality and depth before the new campaign

06:00, 21 Jun 2026

Andoni Iraola in the dugout at Nottingham Forest.(Image: Robin Jones - AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images)

Liverpool, it would be fair to say, was in transition last season. It spent around $600M on new players last summer, bringing around half of that sum back in through sales, and there was a major turnover.

Arne Slot paid the price for that in a couple of ways. His side was imbalanced, and he didn't have the tools required to mount a title charge; Liverpool was also lacking in depth and numbers, with injuries biting.

A year on, though, more work will need to be done. The Reds have already signed Victor Munoz from Osasuna, and are hoping to snap up Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig too. That won't be the end of their work.

Jeremy Jacquet will come in for around $83 million (£60 million) in a deal that was agreed a few months ago, but any more outgoings would mean new additions being required to replace them.

And while Liverpool spent an uncharacteristically high sum in the last summer transfer window, there is still room to spend big again in the future, for a variety of reasons.

"They're already looking to spend more than I'd imagine they would spend, to be honest with you — I thought this would be a much quieter summer after last season," football finance expert Stefan Borson told Football Insider.

New Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola.(Image: Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)

"But I guess the injuries have changed things, plus Mohamed Salah leaving and Hugo Ekitike, who will probably miss most of next season. That changes what you need.

"I mean, they are going to end up spending £250M (c. $330M) minimum, which I'm surprised about.

"Salah was paid an absolute fortune, so that's going to be a nice saving. But they've got to replace him. I don't think the wage bill is going to come down for next season, that's for sure.

"Liverpool are a very successful club commercially and financially, so there's nothing to worry about. But clearly, as with all these teams, there's a limit. You can't just keep spending forever."

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Salah's wages were enormous, so that is a huge saving on its own. Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate were on substantial amounts, too, even though none of the trio brought in a transfer fee.

And in addition to that, Liverpool got back into the Champions League, which is huge for revenue, and has a growing list of partners and sponsors.

It is understood that the Reds have already signaled to RB Leipzig that they are willing to go as high as €100 million ($115 million/£85 million) to sign Diomande, which shows there is big money in the coffers. Beyond that, Liverpool might need reinforcements in midfield and at right-back, too.

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Clearly, though, the spending power is there. So too is the need to ensure Andoni Iraola has the roster that he requires to be an instant success.

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