Nottingham Forest have started talks regarding the transfer of Curtis Jones from Liverpool


Last season, Liverpool's midfield was one of their biggest problems during their unsuccessful title defense. The Reds intend to strengthen their midfield this summer. Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi is in the crosshairs, but names such as Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton and AFC Bournemouth's Alex Scott have also emerged. However, current Liverpool player Curtis Jones could be the first to leave the club. The 25-year-old's future became uncertain after a failed transfer to Inter Milan in January. Now, with a year left on his contract, his departure seems increasingly likely. Liverpool have already rejected two offers from Inter, sticking to their valuation of the player at £40 million. According to transfer journalist Nicolo Schira, Nottingham Forest have entered into talks with Liverpool to sign Jones this summer. Schira said: "Nottingham Forest are interested in Curtis Jones. They have started talks with Liverpool to try and sign him for £35-40 million." "The midfielder has a contract until 2031." This is an interesting development. Following Elliot Anderson's £116m transfer to Manchester City, Nottingham Forest certainly have the wherewithal to meet Liverpool's demands. However, the question remains whether Jones will be interested in joining a team that finished the season in 16th place, fighting for relegation under four different managers. For Liverpool, their position remains unchanged. They will agree to leave if their financial requirements are met. But they are also willing to keep Jones for the final year of his contract if the right offer doesn't come along. The 25-year-old appeared to be looking for a transfer after a frustrating season under Arne Slot. Despite the problems of Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister, he failed to earn a regular place in the squad until the last eight games of the season, when he was deployed as right-back. A move to Serie A champions Inter Milan seemed like a move he was willing to make, but it is currently ruled out. Tottenham Hotspur were another club previously interested in him, but are currently focused on signing Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United.