Report – Italy U21 Star Wants To Join Inter Milan But Won’t Wait Forever | OneFootball

Parma defender Giovanni Leoni reportedly wants to join Inter Milan this summer, but “won’t wait forever” for the move.

This according to today’s print edition of Rome-based newspaper Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews.

For the last several weeks, Inter have been heavily linked with Parma defender Giovanni Leoni.

Reportedly, the 19-year-old is the player the Nerazzurri see as ideal for the long-term future of their defense.

Furthermore, the fact that Leoni had worked with coach Cristian Chivu last season has further bumped him up Inter’s list of targets.

However, the price tag for Leoni would be quite high. Reportedly, Parma are holding out for as much as €40 million to sell the teenage defender.

Giovanni Leoni Wants Inter Move – But Won’t Wait Forever

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 Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

According to the Corriere dello Sport, Leoni himself wants to join Inter.

Particularly because of Cristian Chivu becoming Nerazzurri coach, the 19-year-old feels that he will be in a good environment to development at Inter.

However, that does not mean that there aren’t other clubs keen on Leoni’s signature. Far from it.

The likes of AC Milan and Juventus also want to sign Leoni.

Then, from the Premier League, the Corriere name Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur, and Newcastle United as admirers of the teenage defender.

Inter have the advantage as far as Leoni preferring the move. However, if they cannot make their move in due time, the 19-year-old could accept other destinations.

Alternatively, Parma’s preference would actually be to hold onto Leoni for another season.