Tottenham set to renew their interest in Liverpool midfielder.
Tottenham Hotspur explored a January move for Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones as his Anfield future grows increasingly uncertain.
Tottenham Hotspur registered interest in Liverpool’s Curtis Jones during the January transfer window, with the homegrown midfielder’s contract situation becoming a major concern for the Merseyside club.
Jones has just 18 months remaining on his current deal and has been frozen out of Arne Slot’s starting XI despite Liverpool’s midfield struggles. The 25-year-old hasn’t started a single match since his loan switch to Inter Milan emerged during the winter window, raising serious questions about his long-term future at Anfield.
As per readliverpoolfc.com, Tottenham were among the clubs exploring options for the England international before ultimately deciding against a formal approach. Inter Milan also expressed interest, but Liverpool successfully warded off both clubs during January.
Why Jones interests Tottenham
For Tottenham, Jones represents exactly the profile Tottenham desperately needs in midfield. The Scouser offers Premier League experience, technical quality, and homegrown status, ticking multiple boxes for a club requiring significant squad reinforcement.
Tottenham’s midfield has lacked creativity and control throughout their disastrous campaign, with Pape Matar Sarr inconsistent and Conor Gallagher struggling to impose himself consistently. The €35m star‘s ability to operate in multiple midfield roles would provide valuable tactical flexibility.
The financial aspect makes Jones particularly attractive. With less than 18 months left on his contract, Liverpool face losing him for a cut-price fee this summer or watching him depart on a free transfer in 2027. Slot himself acknowledged that clubs are circling, hoping to exploit Liverpool’s sustainability model. He said:
“If you go to the end of your contract, I think it is also normal that other big clubs think: ‘Hmmm, maybe there’s a deal to be done’. Because you know our model.”
January’s interest suggests Tottenham will revisit negotiations when the summer window opens. Jones’ continued exclusion from Slot’s plans strengthens the case for departure, particularly with his World Cup prospects suffering due to lack of playing time.
For Tottenham, securing Jones on a reduced fee represents smart business in a market where Premier League-proven midfielders command premium prices. Whether Liverpool will sell to a domestic rival remains uncertain, but their contract situation leaves limited negotiating power.