Midfield Plans Gather Pace
Nottingham Forest are assessing a significant move in midfield, with TalkSport reporting that Liverpool’s Curtis Jones has emerged as a leading target following the £116million departure of Elliot Anderson.
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Forest’s recruitment team appear determined to reinvest wisely, and Jones represents an intriguing blend of Premier League experience and untapped potential. Liverpool are fully aware of Forest’s interest, although negotiations would begin from a valuation of around £40million.
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Inter Milan recently tested Liverpool’s resolve with a £21.5million bid, only to see it rejected immediately. That response underlines how highly the Anfield club continue to rate the academy graduate.
Liverpool Hold Firm
Despite Jones entering the final year of his contract, Liverpool are under little pressure to sell. TalkSport reports that the Reds are prepared to keep the midfielder if their valuation is not met, while fresh contract discussions remain possible should he stay beyond this transfer window.
There is another intriguing detail. Liverpool are also comfortable allowing Jones to leave on a free transfer next summer rather than accepting an offer they believe undervalues him. That reflects the club’s confidence in his contribution, even after he started only 18 of his 34 Premier League appearances under Arne Slot last season.
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Forest Weigh Their Options
Forest are also tracking Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall, who has reportedly asked to leave in search of a new challenge. Chelsea and Aston Villa continue to monitor his situation after previous approaches failed.
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For Forest, however, Jones would represent a statement signing. His record of 228 appearances, 22 goals and eight major trophies demonstrates experience that could strengthen a squad aiming to build on recent progress.
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