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Report – Inter Milan Maintain ‘Concrete' Interest In Parma Rising Star & Line Up Bid For Valencia Defender
Report – Inter Milan Maintain 'Concrete' Interest In Parma Rising Star & Line Up Bid For Valencia Defender Inter Milan have identified Parma teenage sensation Giovanni Leoni as a 'concrete' target for the summer transfer window. According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the 18-year-old remains Inter's prime objective to reinforce their backline. Advertisement Despite his young age, Giovanni Leoni has a host of admirers in Serie A. In addition to Inter, AC Milan and Juventus are also in the race. However, Cristian Chivu's men are the frontrunners as the player wants to reunite with the Romanian at San Siro. Meanwhile, the 20-time Italian champions are keeping other options open. Inter Milan Keep Close Tabs on 'Concrete' Target Giovanni Leoni BOLOGNA, ITALY – OCTOBER 06: Giovanni Leoni of Parma calcio looks on during the Serie A match between Bologna and Parma at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara on October 06, 2024 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by) Inter had been hot on Leoni's tail even before they chose Chivu to replace Simone Inzaghi. However, the 44-year-old's appointment has only fueled talks linking the youngster with a move to Giuseppe Meazza. On the other hand, Yann Bisseck's future remains a mystery. Despite heavy exit speculation, Inter have yet to receive offers for the 24-year-old. But they're already preparing for life after the ex-Aarhus defender.
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Report – Inter Milan Vying For Talented Parma & Valencia Center-Backs To Reinforce Defensive Line But Must Sell First
Report – Inter Milan Vying For Talented Parma & Valencia Center-Backs To Reinforce Defensive Line But Must Sell First Inter Milan have taken a concrete interest in Parma youngster Giovanni Leoni and Valencia starlet Cristhian Mosquera. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, sporting director Piero Ausilio has recently accelerated talks for the latter. Advertisement Giovanni Leoni is Inter's long-term target. However, the idea gained momentum after the club appointed Cristian Chivu as Simone Inzaghi's heir. Indeed, the 2010 treble winner established the 18-year-old as a first-team regular at Parma last season. Therefore, a reunion is seemingly on the cards. Inter Milan Set Sights on Giovanni Leoni & Cristhian Mosquera VALENCIA, SPAIN – FEBRUARY 09: Cristhian Mosquera of Valencia CF celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the LaLiga match between Valencia CF and CD Leganes at Estadio Mestalla on February 09, 2025 in Valencia, Spain. (Photo by) In addition to Leoni, the San Siro giants are working on luring Cristhian Mosquera to Serie A. The 20-year-old's contract at Estadio de Mestalla runs out next summer. With renewal talks hitting a stalemate, Inter have spotted a window of opportunity and could soon seize it. Advertisement As such, Ausilio has already struck a 'verbal agreement' with the Spanish prospect and may soon open discussions with Valencia. Mosquera won't come cheap, considering Los Che could ask for up to €20 million to sanction the deal. However, Inter must sell first. Therefore, they're bracing themselves for offers for Yann Bisseck, while Francesco Acerbi could also make room.
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Inter Milan Aim Targeting Parma Duo As Part Of Backbone For New-Look Cristian Chivu Team
Inter Milan are targeting Giovanni Leoni and Ange-Yoan Bonny as part of the backbone of a new-look team under Cristian Chivu. This according to Italian outlet FCInterNews. Inter Milan have officially confirmed the appointment of Cristian Chivu as their new coach. Advertisement The Nerazzurri had already decided upon the 44-year-old to replace Simone Inzaghi a few days ago. On Thursday, Inter chose Chivu, concluding a search of a couple days. This search had seen them try for Cesc Fabregas, and also reportedly consider Patrick Vieira. However, in the end, Inter went with Treble-winning former defender Chivu. They called the Romanian, and he agreed to step up. Inter Milan Eye Up Leoni & Bonny As Backbone Of New-Look Team Under Chivu UDINE, ITALY – MARCH 01: Giovanni Leoni of Parma reacts at the end of the Serie A match between Udinese and Parma at Stadio Friuli on March 01, 2025 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by) According to FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri are looking at a couple of players from Chivu's former side Parma as candidates to sign this summer and allow the coach to put his own stamp on the team. Advertisement Firstly, there is striker Ange-Yoan Bonny. The Frenchman had already been a target for Inter. And as FCIN note, Parma had in fact asked Inter for Francesco Pio Esposito as part of talks for Bonny. However, that had been while Chivu was still at the helm/ Therefore, FCIN note, Chivu will want to have a look at Pio Esposito in training before he makes any decisions on the teenage striker's future. However, the Nerazzurri are far from the only club tracking Leoni. AC Milan, Juventus, and Bournemouth have all shown an interest in the 18-year-old.
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Inter Milan Line Up €20M Rated Serie A Breakout Star As Italy & Germany Internationals Linked With Exits
Inter Milan have identified Giovanni Leoni as a main candidate to replace Francesco Acerbi and Yann Bisseck if they leave this summer. This according to today's print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews. Advertisement Inter Milan are likely to be making big changes in defense this summer. The Nerazzurri could certainly lose Francesco Acerbi this summer. The Gazzetta report that the veteran Italian international's future is very much in the balance. Acerbi turns 38 next summer. Therefore, even though he has one year left to go on his contract with Inter, there is certainly no guarantee of his sticking around. Meanwhile, Yann Bisseck is in the sights of clubs in the Premier League. The likes of Manchester United and West Ham United are reportedly interested in the 24-year-old. Therefore, Inter will be listening to offers for Bisseck this summer. Inter Milan Line Up Giovanni Leoni As Replacement For Acerbi & Bisseck BOLOGNA, ITALY – OCTOBER 06: Giovanni Leoni of Parma calcio looks on during the Serie A match between Bologna and Parma at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara on October 06, 2024 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by) With these changes potentially on the horizon, Inter are searching for defensive reinforcements. Advertisement And according to the Gazzetta dello Sport, one name above all has risen to the top of Inter's list. The Nerazzurri have identified 18-year-old Parma defender Giovanni Leoni as their top target in defense. The Nerazzurri had already tried to sign the Italian from Sampdoria last summer. However, Parma beat them to the punch. Leoni enjoyed a stellar first season in Serie A last term. And this has fully convinced Inter that, even though he is still only a teenager, Leoni has the maturity to play in their defense. Particularly after he proved he can play in a back three. Therefore, the Gazzetta report, Leoni is the player Inter intend to move for as they look to fill vacancies in their backline.
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Inter Milan Make Parma Teenage Sensation Top Target In Defense – Bologna & Genoa Stars Also On Radar
Inter Milan Make Parma Teenage Sensation Top Target In Defense – Bologna & Genoa Stars Also On Radar Inter Milan have identified Parma defender Giovanni Leoni as their top target at the back. This according to today's print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews. Inter Milan have been keen to sign teenage defender Giovanni Leoni since last summer. They had been in talks to sign the Italy Under-21 international from Sampdoria. Advertisement However, it was Parma who won the race for Leoni's signature. The 19-year-old has enjoyed extremely impressive form since making the switch to the Emilian club. Particularly over the second half of the campaign, Leoni's form stood out. He was a key player in Parma's success in the relegation battle under Cristian Chivu. And with Cristian Chivu niow set to become Inter coach, a move for the teenager looks increasingly logical. Inter Milan Make Parma Defender Giovanni Leoni Top Target PARMA, ITALY – APRIL 05:Giovanni Leoni of Parma Calcio in action during the Serie A match between Parma and FC Internazionale at Stadio Ennio Tardini on April 05, 2025 in Parma, Italy. (Photo by) It has always been abundantly clear that Inter would sign a defender this summer. The likes of Francesco Acerbi and Stefan de Vrij certainly aren't getting any younger. Therefore, it is necessary for the Nerazzurri to rejuvenate their backline. Advertisement And there have been a number of targets to emerge in this respect. Bologna defender Sam Beukema is a player who Inter have been monitoring for months. Meanwhile, the Nerazzurri have reportedly already approached Genoa regarding Koni De Winter. The Gazzetta confirm that these two players are targets for Inter. However, the newspaper anticipate, Leoni has jumped to the top of the Nerazzurri's list. Particularly with Chivu's arrival on the bench. According to the Gazzetta, Parma don't necessarily want to sell Leoni this summer. Considering he is just eighteen years of age, they feel that with another season in Emilia-Romagna, his value could increase. However, with Inter – and other big Italian clubs – pressing to sign Leoni, the Gialloblu may struggle to keep hold of the young defender.
