Leoni lands at Anfield as Liverpool plan for future
Liverpool confirm the signing of Giovanni Leoni from Parma on a six year deal.
The 18 year old centre back joins with a long term plan to replace Virgil van Dijk.
Leoni has a 6 ft 4 in frame and Italy youth caps backing him to grow at Anfield.
Newcastle were among the clubs keen on him; however, Liverpool won the race.
The teenager has already impressed in Italy’s under 18s and under 19s.
He will join the first team squad and train with the senior group.
Liverpool frame this signing as part of a long term rebuild under Slot.
In the stands fans whisper about how a six year deal aligns with the club soul.
The plan is to blend his edges with fast transitions and wide overloads that define Klopp’s ball.
On the pitch the kid is set to grow into a long horizon at Anfield.
- Leoni joins on a six year contract to be a long term successor for the backline
- Liverpool plan to blend his rise with rapid transitions and wide overloads in Klopp style
- Newcastle were keen but Liverpool secured the deal
Giovanni Leoni
Liverpool