Inter Milan have reportedly reached an agreement with Liverpool to sign home‑grown midfielder Curtis Jones for a fee of €35 million (£30 million). The deal, described by several outlets as "agreed" and already signed off by both clubs, now moves to the final stage – a medical in Milan.
Deal details and confirmation
According to Fabrizio Romano, the transfer is set at €35 million, a figure echoed by Sky Sports Transfer Centre, BBC Sport and The Guardian, all of which report that Inter have "agreed a £30m (€35m) deal with Liverpool for Curtis Jones". Gianluca Di Marzio of Sky Italia added that Jones has been "given permission to travel for medical as Inter and Liverpool sign all necessary documents".
"Curtis Jones given permission to travel for medical as Inter and Liverpool sign all necessary documents" – Gianluca Di Marzio (Tribuna.com)
The permission to fly for a medical, confirmed by Italian sources on Football Italia, indicates that the clubs have moved beyond negotiation and are now in the implementation phase. No official announcement has yet been made, but the convergence of multiple reputable sources makes the move virtually certain.
Why Inter have chased Jones for years
Jones, 25, is a product of Liverpool’s academy and broke into the first team in 2019. He has featured in more than 130 senior matches across all competitions, scoring crucial goals in the Premier League and Europa League. His contract at Anfield expires in June 2027, meaning Liverpool would lose him on a free transfer next summer if a deal is not concluded now.
Inter have identified Jones as a long‑standing target, seeking a versatile box‑to‑box midfielder who can blend technical ability with a high work‑rate – traits that suit Antonio Conte’s high‑pressing system. The Italian side have already spent heavily this window, and securing a player of Jones’s age and pedigree fits their strategy of blending experience with youth.
Financial perspective: fee versus market value
Transfermarkt currently lists Jones’s market value at around £30 million, aligning closely with the €35 million fee reported. Considering his age, Premier League experience and the fact that Liverpool are not in a position to demand a premium (he is in the final year of his contract), the price appears fair, if not slightly advantageous for Inter. Compared with his previous valuation peak of roughly £35 million in 2023, the fee reflects a modest discount, suggesting Liverpool are motivated to cash in before the contract runs down.
What the move could mean for Liverpool and Inter
For Liverpool, the sale frees up a substantial portion of the £30 million wage budget and provides a modest reinvestment fund ahead of the summer. It also signals a shift towards refreshing the midfield, having already let several academy graduates leave.
For Inter, Jones brings a blend of Premier League intensity and technical flair that could bolster their midfield depth, particularly if injuries affect the likes of Marcelo Brozović or Hakan Calhanoglu. His ability to press, transition quickly and contribute goals aligns with Inter’s tactical blueprint, and the €35 million outlay is a measured risk given his proven pedigree.
Reliability: 5/5 The report is backed by multiple high‑credibility outlets – Fabrizio Romano, Sky Sports, BBC Sport, The Guardian and Gianluca Di Marzio – all confirming the same fee and stage. With medical permission already granted, the transfer is effectively completed pending the final health check.
