Liverpool eye midfield overhaul as Mac Allister and Jones linked

Liverpool are expected to overhaul their midfield this summer, with Alexis Mac Allister and Curtis Jones linked to potential moves. Alexis Mac Allister, the 27-year-old Argentina international, is out of contract in 2028; his camp says no contract talks are underway, leaving room for bids. Curtis Jones has been linked with Inter Milan, but his future may depend on new head coach Andoni Iraola’s plans. Andoni Iraola has pledged to treat every Liverpool player like a new signing in preseason, a stance that benefits Harvey Elliott and others.

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Stefan Bajcetic, the 21-year-old Spain under‑21 midfielder, has not played since May 2024 after injury‑hit loan spells at Red Bull Salzburg under Pep Lijnders and later Las Palmas. Richard Hughes must decide on Bajcetic’s contract, which runs to 2027, as the player works towards fitness for the July preseason. With a reduced squad due to the FIFA World Cup in North America, Bajcetic could claim a midfield spot before Mac Allister, Jones and Ryan Gravenberch resume training. Jurgen Klopp previously described Bajcetic as a “super” player, indicating the new coach may give him a fresh start.