Liverpool secures young defender from Newcastle United in a decisive summer transfer deal finale
Liverpool FC has made another splash in the summer transfer market, securing the signing of promising young player Leoni from Serie B side Gazzetta di Parma. The move comes after the Reds successfully outbid Newcastle United for the third time in their transfer dealings this summer.
According to reports, Leoni had expressed his desire to join Liverpool, citing the club's recent Premier League-winning exploits as a major factor in his decision. The offer from Liverpool was reportedly very attractive to the young talent, who rejected a higher offer from Newcastle United.
Liverpool's offer of Champions League football was undoubtedly a significant draw for Leoni, who is eager to test his skills at the highest level. Fabrizio Romano, UEFA Champions League reporter, revealed the news of Leoni's move to Liverpool FC.
The fee for Leoni's transfer was reported to be £26m, a hefty sum for a player who has only played a few games in the Serie B. However, Liverpool's faith in Leoni's potential is clear, with the club's CEO, Fabio Pannutti, stating that Leoni is a player with a bright future ahead of him.
Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez, and Ibrahima Konate provide a formidable defence for Liverpool, and Leoni will face healthy competition to secure a place in the starting lineup. The success of Liverpool's transfer dealings continues with the signing of Leoni, following the arrivals of Fabrizio Romano and Alexander Isak.
Newcastle United's transfer window started off on a difficult note, with the club losing out to Liverpool for the third time in their transfer dealings this summer. The Magpies had previously failed to sign Fabrizio Romano from Parma and lost out on the signing of Leoni to Liverpool.
Fabrizio Romano's move to Liverpool was not the only disappointment for Newcastle United this summer. The club's CEO, Federico Cherubini, revealed that the club had also lost out on the signing of Alexander Isak, with the transfer completed on deadline day, September 1, 2025.
Leoni's potential move to Liverpool was confirmed by Gazzetta di Parma, with the club wishing the young player the best of luck in his new venture. Liverpool fans are eagerly awaiting the arrival of Leoni, who is set to join the club ahead of the upcoming Premier League season.
