Inter Milan have been trying to sign for several weeks liverpoolCurtis Jones. There has been optimism that an agreement might be reached at some point but hopes for positive progress are diminishing.
sports witness It covers how the Italian champions have made the initial offer.
They put forward €20m, but Liverpool's demand remained at €30m. The Italian press have made it clear that there must be a change, as Jones is keen on a move to San Siro.
Things could now go in the opposite direction as the Reds hold their ground.
Ausilio opens up on Liverpool transfer
Spoke to Inter Sporting Director Piero Ausilio tutomercatoweb Regarding the Nerazzurri's transfer deals. A move for Jones was also the subject of discussion and the Italian made it clear he is a fan of the midfielder.
Confirming interest in him, he said: "I've never denied my interest in this guy. We even tried in January, but I have to be equally honest: we like him. He's a player who definitely has the qualities that could potentially bring something extra to our already very strong midfield."
Ausilio said a move was proving complicated and Inter were considering whether to walk away.
"However, there is a significant difference between our assessment right now and Liverpool's assessment. Because he is a Liverpool player, he has every right to ask for what he wants legitimately, but we have every right to decide whether we are happy with him or not, so right now I would say it is a very difficult move."
Our View: The waiting game continues
Inter will soon part ways with Denzel Dumfries, who is set to join Real Madrid. David Fratesi is also departing and his exit plays a significant role for Jones.
The situation was similar in January, when Inter made a move for the Liverpool player. He was seen as a replacement for Fratesi, who was close to joining Nottingham Forest. The same possibility could open up once again and the Italian's next move would give Inter the money to sign Jones.
