Liverpool halt midfielder transfers despite prior agreements with clubs

Liverpool has stopped the potential exits of Curtis Jones and James McConnell, who were set to transfer to Inter Milan and Preston, respectively. Jones, a homegrown talent, was on the verge of a £30 million move after 16 years with Liverpool. Meanwhile, McConnell impressed in training and earned a place in the first-team plans, leading to the cancellation of his loan to Preston. Liverpool aims to integrate McConnell into more senior play as Jones's departure creates opportunities.

• 8:15 AMYahoo Sports — Liverpool have ‘pulled the plug’ on midfielder’s exit despite ‘agreement’ being reached