Journalist David Lynch has admitted he would be taken aback if Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones commits to a new contract at Anfield.
The 25-year-old attracted attention from both Tottenham Hotspur and Inter Milan during the January transfer window, with Fabrizio Romano even reporting on X that the Serie A side had opened direct discussions with Liverpool officials.
Jones remains under contract until June 2027, and while sporting director Richard Hughes must prioritise the more pressing situations involving Ibrahima Konaté and Andy Robertson, a significant call on the future of the Reds’ number 17 is expected sooner rather than later.
Lynch doubts Jones will renew at Liverpool
Speaking on Anfield Index, Lynch shared his concerns that Jones could leave the club in the not-too-distant future, urging Liverpool’s hierarchy to do everything possible to retain a player who has been with the club since childhood.
Lynch suggested that the growing external interest appears to be encouraged by Jones and described the situation as deeply frustrating for Liverpool. He highlighted the midfielder’s importance as the squad’s only remaining Scouser, his long development pathway through the academy, and his consistent contribution on the pitch. Despite this, Lynch feels Jones does not appear focused on extending his stay and believes the club will likely need to make a firm decision within the next year.
He also indicated that Jones’ representatives have likely outlined their expectations for a new deal, leaving the responsibility with Liverpool to respond. Allowing negotiations to drift, he argued, would be unjustifiable given the importance of homegrown players who offer genuine value to the squad.
Is Curtis Jones undervalued?
Lynch’s unease is understandable. Jones has been a regular part of Arne Slot’s plans, starting 10 Premier League matches and four in the Champions League this season, while making 30 appearances across all competitions. Those numbers suggest he is clearly trusted by the head coach.
That trust is further underlined by Slot’s limited rotation elsewhere, with players such as Wataru Endo and Federico Chiesa seeing minimal minutes, and Harvey Elliott spending long periods on the fringes.
Jones has now passed the 200-appearance mark for Liverpool and has grown into a key first-team figure, yet his current contract terms do not necessarily reflect that status. Estimates of his salary vary, but Capology lists him as earning around £50,000 per week — among the lowest wages for any established senior player at the club.
While local roots alone should never guarantee a place in the team, Jones has repeatedly demonstrated that he belongs at this level. If he were to leave feeling his contributions had not been properly recognised, it would be a disappointing outcome for both player and club.
Ideally, all parties can reach common ground in the coming months and ensure the Toxteth-born midfielder remains at Anfield for years to come.
