Liverpool is preparing for significant changes to its squad in the ongoing season.

The club had a challenging 2025-26 campaign and, without fresh talent, risks falling short in title contention.

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After investing £450 million last summer, Liverpool is set to allocate more funds this time as well. Failure to demonstrate improvement would raise serious concerns about their current trajectory.

As the team gears up for new signings, current first-team players may face departures.

In a recent update from Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool appears to have received a crucial boost regarding one of its players.

Nottingham Forest has sold Elliott Anderson to Manchester City for £116 million.

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The 23-year-old has become one of the most expensive midfielders globally.

With Anderson’s departure, Forest is expected to seek a quality replacement, prompting interest in Liverpool’s Curtis Jones, who has expressed a desire for a new challenge away from Anfield.

However, according to Romano’s latest update, that potential move may now be uncertain.

“Xaver Schlager to Nottingham Forest, here we go! Deal in place for the midfielder to join Nottingham Forest as free agent,” he stated.

“The midfielder has signed a contract until June 2028 with an option until June 2029, having already completed his medical – following information from David Ornstein.”

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Liverpool Must Retain Curtis Jones as Key Player

Despite Jones wasn’t really trusted by Arne Slot, he consistently delivered strong performances when called upon.

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Whether playing as a right-back or central midfielder, his commitment has made him one of Liverpool’s standout players.

Though Dominik Szoboszlai emerged as Liverpool’s best performer last season, Jones contributed moments of brilliance as well.

With Andoni Iraola at the helm, his tactical approach may align well with Jones’s style of play.

Jones is among the team’s best pressers, and his absence would hinder Liverpool’s competitiveness in the title race.

However, with Forest’s acquisition of Schlager and their interest in Lucas Bergvall, it seems that Jones may have a higher chance of remaining at Liverpool unless Inter Milan meets the club’s valuation.