Liverpool, it’s not too late. You must change course and retain Sunday’s standout player.
Curtis Jones was the standout performer during the Merseyside derby. The only local player on the Liverpool squad took on a unique hybrid role, combining right-back and center-midfield duties, and executed it flawlessly.
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Jones had 36 more touches than any other player and achieved an impressive 94 percent pass completion rate, the highest of anyone on the field, both in terms of success and attempts.
He dominated his duels, delivered 10 passes into the final third, and significantly contributed to the winning goal. Liverpool’s victory would not have been possible without his impact.
It’s baffling then that he is set to leave the club, with no discussions about a new contract as he enters the final year of his deal this summer.
Last January, Jones came close to a transfer, with Inter Milan eager to sign him. Only an injury crisis at Liverpool prevented the move from happening.
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There’s growing concern that Liverpool might sell their homegrown talent this summer for a relatively low price. According to Anfield Watch, Manchester City is reportedly interested in taking advantage of the situation.
This is an absurd development—Liverpool’s most influential player, someone local who is eager to represent the club, is on the brink of leaving.
However, it’s still not too late. The club must recognize his value and secure his future with a new contract. Jones should not depart.
Curtis Jones: Current Situation Overview
Season Performance and Transfer Prospects
As of April 19, 2026, Curtis Jones has made 44 appearances across all competitions, scoring two goals and providing two assists. Despite an impressive 92% pass completion rate, the 25-year-old has struggled to secure consistent playing time with only 12 Premier League starts under manager Arne Slot. With his contract approaching its final year and negotiations reportedly stalled, it is widely anticipated that Jones will depart his childhood club this summer. Aston Villa have positioned themselves as frontrunners, gearing up to make a “serious bid” to keep him in the Premier League, while Inter Milan and Tottenham have also expressed interest.
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Injury Status and Team Dynamics
Jones recently made his return to the pitch during the Merseyside derby on April 19, having recovered from a groin strain that sidelined him from the Champions League quarter-final against PSG. His potential exit is part of a wider midfield reconstruction planned by Sporting Director Richard Hughes, aimed at financing pursuits of targets such as Eduardo Camavinga. With club legends like Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson also confirmed to be leaving, Jones’s departure would signify a major change in Liverpool’s homegrown foundation.