In a stunning twist during the Florian Wirtz negotiations, Bayer Leverkusen made a bold request — they wanted Curtis Jones included in the package heading their way. But Liverpool flatly rejected the idea, shutting it down without hesitation.
🟡⚫ Leverkusen viewed Jones as a perfect midfield reinforcement to fill the creative void Wirtz would leave behind. His composure, vision, and versatility fit Xabi Alonso’s system like a glove.
🔴 However, Liverpool’s answer was decisive and firm:
> “Curtis Jones is NOT for sale.”
Sources from within Anfield describe Jones as a key figure in the club’s future — especially under the new regime determined to build around homegrown leadership and technically-gifted midfielders.
💥 Why Jones Was a No-Go:
Seen as vital to Liverpool’s domestic and European ambitions
Highly rated by incoming staff and management
Club wants to retain local core players like Jones and Alexander-Arnold
Even with Wirtz nearing a historic move to Liverpool, the Reds won’t compromise their spine to get it done.
👉 Message to Europe:
Liverpool are serious players now.
They don’t just spend — they
protect their own. 💪🔴
