Liverpool have agreed a deal to signal Giovanni Leoni from Parma, on a day that has additionally seen a brand new replace relating to the Reds’ pursuit of Marc Guehi.
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A £26 million deal was struck with Parma on Wednesday night, plus add-ons, with Leoni present process a medical in Liverpool right this moment.
This Is Anfield understands that the 18-year-old was needed by quite a few prime Serie A sides, in addition to Premier League golf equipment.
Leoni solely had eyes for Liverpool, although, with the champions set to signal one of the vital thrilling younger defenders in Europe this week.
We additionally perceive that there aren’t any plans to mortgage out the teen, who’s as an alternative seen as an essential squad participant.
Leoni won’t be the one centre-back arriving at Anfield this summer season, although…
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Right this moment’s Liverpool FC Information
• Crystal Palace captain Guehi reportedly needs to hitch Liverpool and there may be confidence {that a} deal may be agreed. To signal him AND Leoni could be excellent!
• Joe Gomez is again in coaching following an Achilles damage, however Slot is but to determine whether or not he shall be a part of his squad for Bournemouth on Friday.
• Slot has revealed Florian Wirtz’s “largest power” in his sport – it won’t be what you expect!
• Chelsea have donated a portion of their staff bonuses from successful the Membership World Cup to the household of Diogo Jota and brother Andre Silva. That may be a unbelievable gesture.
Extra from This Is Anfield
Henry Jackson has taken a take a look at Liverpool’s potential beginning lineup to face Bournemouth, with Alexis Mac Allister‘s inclusion a key debate:
“The one doable query mark lingering in Slot’s thoughts is whether or not to start out Mac Allister instead of Jones.
“The Argentine is one among Liverpool’s most essential gamers, when match, however he solely returned from damage late final month.
“It wouldn’t be a shock to see Mac Allister begin, however Slot could err on the aspect of warning, utilizing Jones as an alternative, because of his superior match health.
“Some could also be tempted to go along with the expertise to Robertson at left-back, however it’s already clear who the first-choice is out of him and Kerkez.”
READ: Liverpool lineup choices vs. Bournemouth – similar XI as Neighborhood Protect?
Elsewhere within the soccer world right this moment
• Tottenham are “ready to open formal talks” with Palace over the signing of Eberechi Eze, in line with Fabrizio Romano. That might be nice enterprise!
• Newcastle are mentioned to have reached an settlement to signal Aston Villa midfielder Jacob Ramsey over a possible £44 million deal. A brand new striker subsequent, please! (David Ornstein, The Athletic)
• Premier League referees will reportedly crack down on gamers holding opponents at set items this season. We’ll consider it once we see it! (Occasions)
• Gary Neville has positioned a charity wager on Liverpool failing to qualify for the Champions League this season. It’s absolutely tongue in cheek! (Follow Soccer)
Liverpool FC: On at the present time
Again on August 14, 1978, Liverpool performed a testimonial match in opposition to Celtic for legendary supervisor Jock Stein, who had led them to European Cup glory in 1967.
Greater than 62,000 have been in attendance at Parkhead as Liverpool received 3-2 because of targets from new signings Kenny Dalglish and Alan Kennedy.
Dalglish, who captained Liverpool on the night time, had joined the Reds a yr earlier and received the European Cup in his first yr.
He was welcomed again to Glasgow with open arms and the European Cup, which had been retained by the Reds in Might, was proudly paraded on the pitch.
