It has been a tough few months for Giovanni Leone since joining liverpool last summer. The young defender is already attracting the attention of Italian clubs.
The centre-back made his debut in a League Cup game against Southampton at the start of the campaign. Then he suffered a serious ACL injury and has not played for the Reds since.
earlier this year, sports witness Leoni's comments that he had no regrets over the move to Liverpool were covered. He also revealed his stance that a move to Anfield last summer was his 'best choice'.
Typically, a promising Italian moving away from Serie A doesn't sit well with the country's press. They talk about him constantly and this is quite evident in how Sandro Tonali is talked about.
Now, The Interista Talk about Inter Milan's interest in Lyon.
Loan with obligation on the table
The outlet has made it clear that Inter are trying to 'Italianise' their squad next season. Several players will leave in the summer and this includes Stefan de Vrij and Francesco Acerbi.
Liverpool's Leone is seen as the ideal candidate, as he is Italian and also a proven Serie A prospect.
It is believed that Inter Sporting director Piero Ausilio is already in contact with a number of clubs. This has landed an offer on the table for the Reds, who have been handed an initial loan with an obligation to buy.
This is something that will be very difficult for Liverpool to accept. Selling Leoni just one season after signing would be a huge loss, especially due to his knee injury.
The Merseyside club's stance is hindering a move but Inter will continue to monitor the situation.
Our opinion: Liverpool should trust Leoni
The Reds' backline is not getting any smaller. Virgil van Dijk is 34 and there are still doubts over Ibrahima Konate's future. Joe Gomez is 28, but has also been linked with an exit in the past.
This is Lyon's next big hope for Liverpool's backline. He is not unproven in any way. He was vital for Parma last season and was very important in their survival in Serie A. Due to this he was also on the field for the Italian national team.
That's why he's someone Arne Slott should definitely trust. They paid a huge sum to sign him and it would make no sense to move on quickly.
