Inter Milan is pushing hard to sign Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones, and Jones’ contract with Liverpool expires on June 30, 2027, entering its final year as of June 2026. Inter Milan considers the 25-year-old England international a key target to strengthen their midfield.
The transfer gap
Liverpool has reportedly set a valuation of around £35 million for Jones, which translates to roughly €30-35 million. Inter Milan’s opening offers sit in the €20-25 million range.
Inter’s sporting director Piero Ausilio confirmed on June 7 that the club is actively monitoring Jones. Jones has reportedly struggled for consistent playing time under Liverpool coach Arne Slot, and contract extension talks between Jones and Liverpool are currently stalled. Jones’ contract expires June 30, 2027, meaning Liverpool’s leverage erodes with each passing month.
This potential transfer mirrors earlier discussions from January 2026 regarding a loan-to-buy agreement that Liverpool staunchly rejected, underscoring the club’s hesitation to part ways with the young talent. Jones is said to be open to the move, which further tilts the negotiating dynamic toward Inter.
Why fan tokens matter here
Both Liverpool and Inter Milan have fan tokens trading on the Chiliz-powered Socios platform. These tokens give holders voting rights on minor club decisions. High-profile transfers typically generate increased excitement among fans, potentially leading them to engage more actively in trading these tokens.
What crypto investors should watch
With Jones’ contract expiring June 30, 2027, Liverpool’s leverage erodes steadily from now through next winter. If no deal materializes this summer, renewed speculation in January 2027 would create a second distinct window of potential token market activity.
The €20-25 million opening offer versus the £35 million asking price represents a gap of roughly 30-40% between ask and bid, suggesting this won’t be resolved quickly.