Report – Inter Milan Keep Close Tabs On Parma Starlet Amid Interest From Juventus & Barcelona
Report – Inter Milan Keep Close Tabs On Parma Starlet Amid Interest From Juventus & Barcelona
Report – Inter Milan Keep Close Tabs On Parma Starlet Amid Interest From Juventus & Barcelona
Inter Milan remain firmly in the race for Parma starlet Giovanni Leoni amid growing interest from Barcelona and Juventus.
According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the Italian giants keep close tabs on the prodigious defender.
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Indeed, the youngster joined Parma from Sampdoria despite Inter's attempt to hijack the transfer.
Parma paid around €5 million plus another €3m in add-ons to secure his services until 2029.
However, the defending Serie A champions haven't lost track of the 18-year-old.
Inter Milan Set to Challenge Barcelona & Juventus for Parma Teenager Giovanni Leoni
MERANO, ITALY – MARCH 21: Giovanni Leoni of Italy U18 during the International Friendly match between Italy U18 and AustriaU18 at Stadio Gianpiero Combi on March 21, 2024 in Merano, Italy. (Photo by)
Despite his young age, Leoni has soared in the pecking order at Stadio Ennio Tardini.
Christian Chivu's arrival has coincided with Leoni's rise to stardom.
Indeed, the ex-Inter youth coach has launched the teenager's career in Emilia-Romagna.
Therefore, Barcelona and Juventus are still circling around the Italian sensation.
However, Inter won't back down from the challenge as they aim to rejuvenate Simone Inzaghi's defensive options.
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