Newcastle United will reportedly compete with Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur for 25-year-old Liverpool utility man Curtis Jones in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by TEAMtalk, Curtis Jones is the subject of interest from Newcastle United. The Magpies are scouring the market for a versatile midfielder heading into the summer transfer window amid uncertainties surrounding Sandro Tonali’s long-term future. So, the 25-year-old Liverpool utility man has emerged as a target, with Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur also vying for his signature.
How has Curtis Jones fared as a senior Liverpool player?
Curtis Jones has established himself as an asset for Liverpool since breaking into the first-team squad at Anfield. A native of Liverpool, the 25-year-old spent his formative years in his home city and graduated from the first-team squad at the Merseyside club. While the Englishman has never been an undisputed first-choice starter for Liverpool, he has been impressive due to his ability to reprise multiple roles, thus becoming a utility man.
Jones has made over 200 appearances for Liverpool thus far while chipping in with 19 goals and 23 assists. Meanwhile, the player’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs. Aston Villa, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur are among the prospective suitors vying for the English international heading into the summer transfer window.
What next?
Aston Villa may dip into the market for a versatile midfielder in the summer transfer window. John McGinn is on the wrong side of 30, while Ross Barkley has struggled with fitness issues throughout his spell with the West Midlands outfit. So, Jones has emerged as a viable target for Aston Villa.
Meanwhile, Newcastle United’s interest in Curtis Jones make sense. The Magpies are sweating over Sandro Tonali’s long-term future amid his links with several high-profile clubs. Additionally, Joe Willock and Joelinton face uncertain futures at St. James’ Park, compelling Newcastle United to dip into the market for a midfielder.
As for Tottenham Hotspur, it is unclear if the North London club will complete a permanent move for Joao Palhinha in the summer transfer window. Additionally, Yves Bissouma may have no future at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. So, Jones has emerged as a viable target for the Lilywhites.
Interestingly, Jones was ready to leave Liverpool in the winter transfer window amid his links with Inter Milan. It will be interesting to see if the 25-year-old English utility man pushes for a summer if Newcastle United, Aston Villa, and Tottenham present offers in the coming months.
