Curtis Jones misses Liverpool match due to hip injury amid Inter interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 5:05 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Curtis Jones was left out of Liverpool's squad for a friendly against AS Monaco on August 9, 2026, due to a hip injury. Liverpool coach Andoni Iraola confirmed that while Jones has been training daily, he experienced issues with his hip that warranted caution. His absence led to speculation about a potential transfer to Inter Milan, which has pursued Jones for several months, hoping for a reduced price. Inter would need to offload a midfielder, likely Aleksandar Stankovic, to fund a deal if they are to acquire Jones.
- •Jones was not included in the squad against AS Monaco.
- •The match ended in a 3-2 loss for Liverpool.
- •Iraola stated Jones' hip issue is not serious but requires precaution.
- •Inter's interest could lead to a sale if conditions align.
- •Aleksandar Stankovic may be sold to facilitate Jones' transfer.
- 5:05 PMYahoo Sports — Inter target Jones left out of Liverpool squad due to ‘hip issue’
"Inter had hoped Curtis Jones being left out of the Liverpool squad was a sign he could be sold for under €40m, but Andoni Iraola assures it was down to a hip injury.MILAN, ITALY – DECEMBER 09: Cur...
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