The summer of upheaval at Anfield is about to get even wilder. Sources close to the situation claim that Liverpool are not only preparing to part ways with academy graduate Curtis Jones, but they could also be locked in a bitter transfer battle with Manchester United for a top midfield target.
According to Italian outlet TuttoJuve, the Reds have set their sights on Juventus star Khephren Thuram as a potential replacement for Jones, who reportedly has one foot out the door. But here’s the twist — Manchester United are allegedly lurking in the shadows, ready to hijack the deal at any moment.
The Asking Price That Could Spark a War
Reports indicate that Juventus are demanding a fee in the region of €45–50 million for the French midfielder. Liverpool, still reeling from the departures of Mohamed Salah, Ibrahima Konate, and Andy Robertson on free transfers, are now facing the prospect of a bidding war with their fiercest rivals. Insiders say United view Thuram as a secondary option behind Newcastle’s Elliot Anderson, but sources close to Old Trafford have not ruled out a move for the Juve star if the price is right.
The drama doesn’t stop there. Jones, a 25-year-old Liverpool native who has spent his entire career at the club, is reportedly “already committed to joining” Inter Milan, according to TEAMtalk. Inter have offered around €25 million, but Liverpool are holding out for €30 million — even though Jones is entering the final year of his contract. That gap could be the crack that lets the deal slip away, or it could force Liverpool to lower their demands.
Federico Chiesa’s Bombshell Admission
In a stunning revelation, former Juventus winger Federico Chiesa admitted that Jones had questioned him about life in Italy. “Jones asked me what it’s like living in Italy,” Chiesa told reporters. “I told him it’s brilliant and the weather’s much better than in Liverpool. Curtis is technically outstanding, Inter are right to be considering him.”
That kind of glowing endorsement from a former Serie A star could be the final push Jones needs to pack his bags. But Liverpool legend John Barnes isn’t ready to wave goodbye just yet.
Barnes Drops a Heartfelt Plea
Speaking exclusively to Betfred, Barnes admitted he wants Jones to stay but acknowledged the tough reality. “Of course I’d want him to stay at Liverpool because I love Curtis,” Barnes said. “But Curtis has to decide whether he wants to be a player that plays every single week or stay at a club and be part of a squad. He played more under Arne Slot than he did under Jurgen Klopp and it suited him. However, at 25 years old, he needs to decide whether he wants to play every week. He loves Liverpool, he’s a local lad, and even if he doesn’t play every week, he’d be a great asset to the squad. But for his own career and if he wants to play every week, the best thing for him will be to go.”
The clock is ticking. With new manager Andoni Iraola already reshaping the squad, the Liverpool midfield could look drastically different by the time the season kicks off. And if Manchester United swoop in for Thuram, the tension between these two historic clubs will only explode further.
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