Liverpool has agreed to a deal for Giovanni Leoni, a 18-year-old Italian center-back from Parma, with the player set to undergo medical tests on Thursday. The transfer fee is reportedly around €35 million with a sell-on clause. Here’s what we know so far ¹:

– Transfer Details: Leoni has verbally agreed to join Liverpool, and the deal is considered done, pending medical tests and contract signing.

– Medical Tests: Leoni will undergo medical tests on Thursday in Liverpool, accompanied by his agent.

– Contract Signing: After passing the medical tests, Leoni will sign a contract with Liverpool, finalizing his move to the club.

Recent Liverpool Transfers

– Florian Wirtz: Liverpool has also reportedly agreed to sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for a record-breaking £116 million, with the player set to undergo medical tests and sign a contract soon.

– Milos Kerkez: The Reds had previously agreed to a £40 million deal for Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez, with the player due to undergo medical tests and sign a long-term contract.

– Jeremie Frimpong: Liverpool has also signed Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen, with the player reportedly agreeing to join the club for a transfer fee of around £30 million ² ³ ⁴.

Liverpool’s Transfer Strategy

– Strengthening the Squad: Liverpool’s transfer strategy seems focused on strengthening their squad with talented players who can adapt to the Premier League.

– Arne Slot’s Plans: The club’s new manager, Arne Slot, has been given the full backing of the Liverpool board, and the club is expected to bring in more players to strengthen their squad.

– Competition for Places: The arrival of new players might create competition for places in the team, potentially pushing other players to perform better ¹.