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Liverpool sign Leoni in 35 million deal
Liverpool have agreed a 35 million fee for Giovanni Leoni and plan medical tests in England ahead of a move to Anfield.
Liverpool move for Giovanni Leoni accelerates as a potential double signing with Marc Guehi looms.
Liverpool seal Leoni deal worth 35 million after medical clearance
Liverpool are close to finalising a deal to sign Giovanni Leoni from Parma for around $35 million. The teenager would join the first team immediately and add depth at centre-back after Jarell Quansah joined Bayer Leverkusen. Manchester United and Newcastle United reportedly showed late interest, but Liverpool appear to be pushing ahead. Parma hoped to keep Leoni on loan for another season, a request Liverpool reportedly deemed unrealistic. Richard Hughes, Liverpool’s sporting director, has been coordinating talks, and add-ons could lift the fee beyond the base figure. Fabrizio Romano said the deal is sealed and Leoni will fly to England for a medical on Thursday.
On Guehi, TalkSport says the England defender could see out his Crystal Palace contract and leave on a free next summer. Palace’s deal runs to next June, which would leave Liverpool without a transfer fee if they sign him. If Liverpool signs both Leoni and Guehi this summer, it could reshape the back line and influence Joe Gomez’s role, with Gomez potentially slipping to a fifth-choice defender if both arrive.
Key Takeaways
"All documents have been approved and #LFC have just authorized Leoni to fly for medical tests"
Fabrizio Romano's post confirming clearance for Leoni's medical
"the deal is sealed"
Romano's report on the agreement's finalisation
"Liverpool is hopeful of signing both Leoni and Guehi this summer"
Overall club strategy to strengthen defensive options
Liverpool is pursuing a bold mix of youth and experience. Signing Leoni signals a willingness to trust a promising centre-back with a high ceiling, while chasing Guehi offers a proven Premier League presence. The plan reflects a broader trend of rebuilding defensively through long-term planning rather than quick fixes, but it also carries financial and squad-balancing risks. A double defensive acquisition would raise wage costs and pressure for immediate on-field impact, potentially squeezing playing time for current squad members.
The transfer market is testing Liverpool’s budgeting and ambition. If both moves materialise, the club will need sharp squad management and clear competition for places to avoid stagnation or friction. How the new pair integrates with existing structure could define Liverpool’s defensive identity for the coming season.
Highlights
- Two summer signings could recalibrate Liverpool's defense
- A bold bet on youth needs a steady hand in defense
- Long-term plans collide with short-term results
- Medical tests are the first real hurdle for Leoni's move
Budget and squad balance at stake
The reported 35 million base fee for Leoni, potential add-ons, and the prospect of signing Guehi on a free next summer raise questions about Liverpool's budget discipline and wage structure. A double defensive signing could strain playing-time balance and salary costs if not managed carefully.
The window remains dynamic; the true test is how quickly the new faces settle into a coherent plan.
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