Liverpool’s summer transfer business looks set to gain further momentum, with the club now on the verge of sealing a deal for highly-rated Parma defender Giovanni Leoni.
According to journalist Ben Jacobs, negotiations are in the final stages, and a full agreement could be reached within the next 24 hours, or even sooner.
The proposed fee for the 18-year-old centre-back is understood to be in the region of £30 million, with some sources suggesting it could be slightly under that figure once add-ons and performance-related clauses are factored in.
Liverpool ready to make Geovanni Leoni their next signing
This represents a significant investment in one of Italy’s brightest defensive prospects and signals Liverpool’s commitment to securing both immediate reinforcement and long-term stability at the back.
Leoni has been on the radar of several top European clubs but it is Liverpool who have moved ahead of all the other clubs in the race to sign the talented young defender.
Adding defensive depth is crucial for the Reds this summer as they have sold Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen while Ibrahima Konate faces an uncertain future at Anfield due to his contract issues.
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Giovanni Leoni in action for Parma (Photo by Francesco Scaccianoce/Getty Images)
Under the guidance of Virgil Van Dijk, Leoni can develop his game and challenge for a place in the starting line up at the club soon.
With Jacobs reporting that talks are now in their final phase, Liverpool fans could soon be welcoming another exciting young talent to Merseyside.
As far as other targets are concerned, the Premier League champions are also chasing Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi. He is someone who can challenge for a place in the starting line up instantly and provide Arne Slot with experience and quality at the back.
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