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Liverpool Turns Down Inter’s $29 Million Offer for Jones

8/1/2026

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Summary

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Curtis Jones argued with Dominik Szoboszlai and Kostas Tsimikas after Liverpool’s 1-0 win over Wrexham about the captain’s armband.
Kostas Tsimikas ripped the armband off and threw it onto the pitch.
Inter Milan have offered about $29 million (€25 million) for Jones, who has one year left on his contract.
Liverpool rejected a £21.7 million bid and says no active talks, though a new deal could be explored.

History

Historical Context

After winning the 2002-03 Premier League, Manchester United broke the English transfer record by paying £29.1 million for Rio Ferdinand and then, in June 2003, sold long-time midfielder David Beckham to Real Madrid for £25 million. Manager Sir Alex Ferguson defended the decision, noting the fee matched market value, highlighting United’s willingness to reshape its squad despite lucrative offers.

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Story summary

Curtis Jones argued with Dominik Szoboszlai and Kostas Tsimikas after Liverpool’s 1-0 win over Wrexham about the captain’s armband.
Kostas Tsimikas ripped the armband off and threw it onto the pitch.
Inter Milan have offered about $29 million (€25 million) for Jones, who has one year left on his contract.
Liverpool rejected a £21.7 million bid and says no active talks, though a new deal could be explored.

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