​Liverpool are poised to overhaul their midfield this summer as uncertainty surrounds several key players. Curtis Jones, Alexis Mac Allister, and Stefan Bajcetic all face questions over their futures. Jones, 25, has been targeted by Inter Milan and Nottingham Forest; if a new contract cannot be agreed, a move away from Anfield seems likely. Mac Allister, meanwhile, has resurfaced on Real Madrid’s radar, with the Spanish club prepared to let Eduardo Camavinga go if a suitable deal comes in. Bajcetic, though less experienced, could also depart, with Sevilla emerging as a potential suitor for a more economical transfer.
Meanwhile, reports from Brazil claim Liverpool and Manchester United are ready to exploit a breakdown in a deal that would have taken Joao Gomes to Atletico Madrid. The Brazil international, 25, was on the cusp of joining Diego Simeone’s side before a late hitch scuppered the move. That setback could now clear a path for Premier League interest, with Liverpool having already approached Wolverhampton Wanderers about the terms of a possible transfer.
The report states that both Liverpool and Manchester United contacted Wolves to inquire about pricing and business models, noting that Atletico Madrid had agreed to sign Gomes for €45 million. Liverpool have previously been linked with Gomes in the past, dating back to his Flamengo days, and now appear poised to secure him for a substantial but reasonable fee, around £38 million, following Wolves’ relegation to the Championship.
Gomes is described as a combative, box-to-box midfielder who injects bite, intensity and ball-winning prowess into the midfield. He blends aggressive pressing with the ability to carry the ball and link defence to attack. In Brazil, he is nicknamed “Pitbull” for his eagerness to win duels, make tackles and interceptions, and then surge forward when space opens up. His profile mirrors a Douglas Luiz‑style midfielder, combining Premier League-ready physicality and a high-energy engine.
Contractually, Gomes is tied to Wolves on a long-term deal through 2030, with an option for an additional year, signed in April 2025, and notably lacking a release clause. In theory, that structure gives Wolves significant leverage over any potential sale. However, with Wolves relegated and in the process of rebuilding their squad, both Gomes and fellow Brazilian André are widely regarded as likely departures this summer. Internally, the club views these two as candidates for sizeable fees that reflect their talent and contract status, turning what was once a long commitment into a strategic tool to maximize transfer value rather than a guarantee they will remain at the club.