According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool have completed the transfer of 18-year-old central defender Giovanni Leoni from Parma. The insider posted the information on social media.
The source claims that the Merseyside club will pay around €35 million for the player and will also pay a percentage of any future sale. It is noted that a loan was not considered and the player will join Arne Slot’s squad immediately. It is reported that the Italian accepted the move to Liverpool as soon as he received the offer.
Last season Leoni took part in 17 matches in all competitions and scored one goal. His contract with the club runs until the summer of 2029. According to Transfermarkt, the player’s market value is €18 million.
