Fabrizio Romano confirms direct negotiations as Inter eye a loan deal, but Davide Frattesi holds the key to the move.
Inter Milan have entered direct negotiations with Liverpool for the signing of Curtis Jones, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The Italian giants are pushing for a loan deal with an option to buy as they look to bolster their midfield for the decisive second half of the 2026 season.
The Frattesi-Nottingham Forest Connection
The move for the 25-year-old Englishman is part of a complex transfer domino effect. Inter’s pursuit of Jones is heavily dependent on the future of Davide Frattesi.
The Italian midfielder has emerged as a top target for Nottingham Forest. Should Frattesi complete a move to the Premier League side, Inter will immediately look to fill the void with Jones, whose technical profile is highly regarded by the Nerazzurri hierarchy.
🚨⚫️🔵 Inter are in direct club to club talks with Liverpool for Curtis Jones on loan deal with buy option clause.
Negotiations ongoing but linked to Davide Frattesi exit with #NFFC waiting for an answer.
Inter and Liverpool, discussing today. pic.twitter.com/hfx3EJLeVy
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 30, 2026
Tottenham Still Lurking
Despite Inter’s concrete steps, they face competition from London. Tottenham Hotspur have been monitoring Curtis Jones throughout the January window. While Spurs recently secured the signing of Conor Gallagher from Atlético Madrid, Ange Postecoglou’s side remains attentive to Jones’ situation at Anfield, potentially setting up a late bidding war.
Transfer Details: The State of Play
- Inter Milan’s Proposal: Loan until June 2026 + Option to Buy.
- Liverpool’s Stance: Evaluation ongoing; Arne Slot’s side may demand an obligation to buy rather than a simple option.
- Deadline Pressure: With the window closing in 48 hours, club officials are in “active contact” to reach a breakthrough.
James Horan is a football writer focused on the Premier League transfer market, covering confirmed signings, transfer rumors, and club strategies during the transfer windows.
