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Liverpool closing in on deal for Parma teenager Leoni

Liverpool closing in on deal for Parma teenager Leoni

Summary

Liverpool is close to signing 18-year-old defender Giovanni Leoni from Parma for around £26 million. Leoni, who has played for Italy's Under-19 team, will join Liverpool's defensive lineup, while the club is also negotiating to sign another defender from Crystal Palace.

Key Facts

  • Liverpool is negotiating to sign Giovanni Leoni, a young defender from Parma.
  • The transfer fee for Leoni is about £26 million.
  • Leoni has played for teams like Padova and Sampdoria before joining Parma.
  • He has represented Italy in the Under-19 national team.
  • Liverpool is also trying to sign Marc Guehi, a defender from Crystal Palace.
  • Crystal Palace wants about £40 million for Guehi, but Liverpool is offering less.
  • Liverpool has spent around £270 million on new players this summer.
  • The club has earned back roughly £170 million through selling players.
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