Juventus is closely monitoring Giovanni Leoni as part of their strategy to reintegrate more Italian talent into their squad, positioning the Liverpool defender as a primary target for 2027.

The 19-year-old has faced challenges since his transfer to Anfield, primarily due to a serious knee injury, yet Juventus remains optimistic about his potential future.

Liverpool's stance has been clear: they are not willing to part ways with Leoni.

• Juventus has conducted inquiries about a loan deal in recent months, but Liverpool declined to engage in negotiations.
• Despite this, Juventus is undeterred and plans to monitor Leoni closely once he returns to the pitch.
• Sporting director Marco Ottolini and technical director Ricky Massara will reportedly observe him on a weekly basis.
• The club has shifted focus away from other defensive targets like Riccardo Calafiori and Marco Palestra, who are now deemed too costly or difficult to acquire.

Liverpool's reluctance to sell makes sense given Leoni's age and potential. Acquired as a long-term investment, selling or loaning him out before fully assessing his abilities seems premature, especially after his recovery from an ACL injury.

Reports indicate that Leoni is expected to resume full training soon, with Liverpool eager to evaluate his progress. His dedication during rehabilitation has been commendable, with Gregg Evans from The Athletic noting that he has “never let his focus slip,” using his recovery time to deepen his understanding of the club and enhance his English skills.

From Juventus' perspective, Leoni represents the ideal young Italian player they wish to cultivate as part of their club identity. While Liverpool currently shows no intention of selling, ongoing Juventus scouting could make this a developing story as 2027 approaches.