{"id":22949,"date":"2026-07-30T15:13:46","date_gmt":"2026-07-30T15:13:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/playball.com.ng\/?p=22949"},"modified":"2026-07-30T15:13:46","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T15:13:46","slug":"liverpool-midfielder-jones-could-face-renewed-interest-from-inter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/playball.com.ng\/?p=22949","title":{"rendered":"Liverpool midfielder Jones could face renewed interest from Inter"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Inter Milan could redirect their remaining transfer budget towards Liverpool\u2019s Curtis Jones after moving to secure John Stones on a free transfer.
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The Serie A giants have tracked Jones throughout the summer and may now revive negotiations following Liverpool\u2019s rejection of an earlier proposal.<\/p>\n

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Stones\u2019 expected arrival also has consequences for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero.<\/p>\n

Inter had been exploring an expensive deal for the Argentine, but adding an experienced England international without paying a transfer fee reduces the urgency to spend heavily on another centre-back.<\/p>\n

The developing situation reflects Inter\u2019s need to balance immediate sporting ambitions with financial discipline.<\/p>\n

Stones can fill the defensive gap created by senior departures, while Jones would add energy, technical quality and Premier League experience to Cristian Chivu\u2019s midfield.<\/p>\n

Inter Milan could revive talks for Liverpool midfielder<\/h2>\n

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Inter remain strongly interested in Jones despite talks stalling after Liverpool rejected their previous offer.<\/p>\n

The Italian club could make another approach because Chivu considers the 25-year-old ideally suited to his 3-5-2 system.<\/p>\n

Jones\u2019 ability to retain possession under pressure, carry the ball through midfield and contribute in several central roles makes him an attractive option.<\/p>\n

Inter reportedly believe he would be open to starting a new chapter in Milan, although Liverpool\u2019s valuation remains the main obstacle.<\/p>\n

The arrival of Stones means more of Inter\u2019s available budget can potentially be directed towards midfield rather than defence.<\/p>\n

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Stones deal could end expensive Romero pursuit<\/h2>\n

The Guardian reported that Stones was closing in on a move to Inter after leaving Manchester City, with his performances for England strengthening the Italian club\u2019s belief that he can still compete at the highest level.<\/p>\n

From Inter\u2019s perspective, signing Stones is clever business. His experience, composure and ability to step into midfield suit a possession-based system, although his recent injury record means additional defensive depth may still be required.<\/p>\n

Romero would provide aggression, pace and Serie A familiarity, but Tottenham\u2019s valuation and the defender\u2019s salary demands make the operation far more expensive.<\/p>\n

Once Stones is secured, spending heavily on Romero becomes difficult to justify.<\/p>\n

Jones may now be the more sensible investment. Inter need greater dynamism in midfield, and the Liverpool player has several peak years ahead of him.<\/p>\n

Unless Tottenham significantly reduce their demands, prioritising Jones while postponing the Romero pursuit would provide the squad with better balance and greater long-term value.<\/p>\n

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp described Jones as an \u2018incredibly skilled\u2018 player.<\/p>\n

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