Curtis Jones, midfielder - Liverpool FC
Curtis Jones is a versatile and talented midfield player who has progressed from Liverpool FC's Academy to the senior team.
The Scouser has been with the club since U9 level and is now firmly established in the senior set-up. He signed a new long-term contract in November 2022.
Jones realised a lifelong ambition by making his Reds debut in January 2019, in an FA Cup third-round tie against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
A year later, at the same stage of the same competition, he scored his first senior goal in unforgettable fashion, curling in a stunning winner to beat Everton at Anfield.
The following round of the FA Cup saw him make history when he became the club's youngest ever captain at the age of 19 years and five days in the replay victory over Shrewsbury Town.
Jones earned a Premier League winner's medal for playing his part in the Reds' 2019-20 triumph and, in July 2020, his progress was rewarded as he signed a new long-term deal. A day later, he netted his first Premier League goal in a 2-0 win against Aston Villa at Anfield.
Jones was named Premier League 2 Player of the Season for his performances for the U23s throughout 2019-20 and he then permanently stepped up to the senior squad for the following campaign.
Thirty-four appearances followed in 2020-21, before Jones made a further 27 – despite being hampered by an eye injury – in 2021-22 to help Liverpool win the Carabao Cup and FA Cup, and finish runners-up in both the Premier League and Champions League.
Injury restricted his availability for parts of the next campaign, too, but the No.17 ended the season as a fixture in the XI and netted a classy brace away at Leicester City.
Jones then went on to star at the 2023 U21 European Championship, claiming the winning goal in the final and being named in the Team of the Tournament as England lifted the trophy.
He took more strides in 2023-24, racking up his highest number of appearances (36 in all competitions) and goals (five), and ended it being named in England's provisional squad for Euro 2024.
Date of birth
30 January 2001
Nationality
English
Honours
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ReactionCurtis Jones interview: Bournemouth win, making an impact and togetherness. Curtis Jones took immense satisfaction from the three points earned and his contribution in Liverpool's 2-0 victory at AFC Bournemouth on Saturday.
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Listen now'The Reaction' podcast: Hear from Arne Slot and Curtis Jones after Liverpool's win at Bournemouth. Get post-match interviews and analysis from Liverpool's 2-0 win away at AFC Bournemouth in 'The Reaction' podcast.
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Play nowCurtis Jones birthday quiz: Eight questions on the Reds midfielder. Can you get full marks in our Curtis Jones quiz to celebrate his 24th birthday?
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NewsCurtis Jones injury update. Curtis Jones will miss Liverpool's Premier League fixture with Ipswich Town this weekend due to injury.
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NewsArne Slot offers update on Curtis Jones fitness following Lille win. Arne Slot has explained Curtis Jones was withdrawn at half-time due to a knock as Liverpool beat Lille 2-1 at Anfield on Tuesday night.