Liverpool are reportedly pushing forward in their pursuit of a potential replacement for Curtis Jones, with negotiations said to be at an advanced stage. According to multiple reports, the club is preparing for the possibility of Jones leaving Anfield this summer, and they have already identified a high-profile successor.
Curtis Jones, currently the last locally-born player in Liverpool’s senior squad, could be on his way out despite his long-standing connection with the club. His situation has become increasingly uncertain due to frustration over limited playing time in his preferred midfield role. Although he has featured consistently throughout the season, many of his appearances have come as a substitute. Even when included in the starting lineup, he has often been deployed out of position, particularly at right-back, which has only added to his dissatisfaction.
With just one year remaining on his current contract, discussions over a renewal have not progressed as expected. Talks have reportedly stalled for several months, raising serious doubts about his long-term future at the club. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that a summer departure is now a realistic outcome, with several clubs monitoring his situation closely.
Interest in Jones is not limited to one league. Italian giants Inter Milan have been tracking him since January and remain keen, although any move will depend on Liverpool’s valuation. Meanwhile, a number of Premier League sides, including Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur, have also expressed interest in securing his services.
In anticipation of a potential exit, Liverpool have already begun working on a replacement. Reports indicate that the club is in advanced talks to sign Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace. The young midfielder has attracted significant attention following his impressive performances, and Liverpool appear eager to move quickly to secure his signature ahead of other interested clubs.
Real Madrid have also shown interest in Wharton, but Liverpool are believed to have taken decisive steps to gain an advantage in the race. Earlier reports had already suggested that the Reds were considering a move for him, and those plans now seem to be accelerating.
Wharton himself is reportedly open to a move, and Crystal Palace are not expected to block his departure if their valuation is met. The club is said to be demanding a fee in the region of £70 million. If completed at that price, the transfer would represent a record-breaking sale for Palace, surpassing the previous benchmark set by Eberechi Eze’s £68 million move to Arsenal.
As the summer transfer window approaches, Liverpool appear to be preparing for a significant midfield reshuffle, with Jones’ potential exit and Wharton’s possible arrival shaping up to be one of the key storylines.
