Liverpool vs Como: Official Lineups Announced as Inter Targets Jones Misses Out

Curtis Jones Omitted from Liverpool Squad Against Como Amid Transfer Speculation

Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones has been left out of the squad for the team’s second friendly match against Como, intensifying speculation about his future as Inter Milan reportedly shows interest.

The two clubs previously met behind closed doors earlier on Sunday, resulting in a goalless draw at the AXA Training Centre. However, Jones will not participate in the public match as he has been excluded from the matchday roster.

Liverpool has made it clear, according to Tuttomercatoweb, that the England international is set to engage in individual training instead. Jones also missed last week’s friendly against Monaco, attributed to a minor hip issue.

This latest omission is likely to fuel the ongoing speculation surrounding Inter’s interest in the 25-year-old player, although there is currently no confirmation that the decision relates to a potential transfer.

As the summer transfer window approaches its end, Jones’ continued absence from the squad becomes especially significant, particularly as the Nerazzurri evaluate potential midfield options.

In the meantime, Como’s manager Cesc Fabregas has assigned Trevoh Chalobah a starting role while keeping Nico Paz, Maxence Caqueret, and Alvaro Morata on the bench.

Liverpool vs Como Official Lineups

Liverpool: Alisson; Van Dijk, Jacquet, Kerkez, Wirtz, Szoboszlai, Isak, Gakpo, Frimpong, Gravenberch, Ngumoha.
Substitutes: Davies, Munoz, Araujo, Nyoni, Koumas, Ndiaye, Wright.
Coach: Iraola

Como: Butez; Bruno, Milla, Douvikas, Ramon, Couto, J. Rodriguez, Baturina, Chalobah, Liberali, Da Cunha.
Substitutes: Kempf, Valle, Goldaniga, Morata, Caqueret, Gabrielloni, Nico Paz, Audero, Dossena, Lahdo, Kuhn, Tronqvist, Vigorito, Perrone, Fadera, Smolcic, Asfour, Rispoli, Diao, Van Der Brempt, Azon.
Coach: Cesc Fabregas

Curtis Jones has been left out of Liverpool’s squad for their second friendly against Como, adding further intrigue to the midfielder’s future amid reported interest from Inter.

The two teams had already faced each other behind closed doors earlier on Sunday, playing out a goalless draw at the AXA Training Centre. They meet again in front of supporters, but Jones will play no part after being omitted from the matchday squad.

According to Tuttomercatoweb, Liverpool have confirmed that the England international is instead scheduled to complete individual work. Jones also missed last week’s friendly against Monaco because of a minor hip problem.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – AUGUST 2: Curtis Jones #17 of Liverpool dribble the ball during a friendly match against Leeds United at Soldier Field on August 2, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)

The latest absence is inevitably likely to fuel speculation surrounding Inter’s interest in the 25-year-old, although there is no confirmation that the decision is transfer-related.

Jones has reportedly been monitored by the Nerazzurri as they assess midfield options, making his continued absence particularly noteworthy during the final stages of the summer transfer window.

Como boss Cesc Fabregas has meanwhile handed Trevoh Chalobah a starting role, while keeping Nico Paz, Maxence Caqueret and Alvaro Morata among the substitutes.