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We’ve already said everything there is to say about Giovanni Leoni — the talented 2006-born centre-back from Parma. Cherubini summed it up perfectly a few weeks ago on Sportitalia, stating: “We’d like to keep him for at least another year,” effectively shutting down all speculation.

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 Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Parma set demands for Leoni

However, those rumours have resurfaced in recent hours. Despite various recent reports that appear to be playing catch-up, the facts remain unchanged: it would take at least €25 million plus substantial bonuses to even begin a conversation. Suggesting a deal involving €15 million and a technical counterpart would only serve to reinforce Parma’s position. There is zero margin for negotiation.

Napoli’s Musah frustration

Better to remain silent — much like the silence that has fallen over the Yunus Musah-to-Napoli deal, which had previously been described as all but complete. We’re not ruling out a late twist, but someone will need to explain why a deal that was supposedly nearing completion still hasn’t been finalised. That’s not for us to say.

Yunus Musah of AC Milan in action during the Serie A match between AC Milan and SSC Napoli at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on October 29, 2024 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

What we can confirm is this: we’re in the exact same situation as we were over a week ago. Napoli have left everything on standby, reportedly irritated by attempts to raise the price.