Of course, players such as Wataru Endo could fill in and become Arne Slot’s fourth-choice centre-back, but the Anfield outfit would be far better off if they brought in another natural centre-back this summer.

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And, thanks to a fresh update from Italy, it feels like they could be moving a step closer to finalising a deal for one of their rumoured targets.

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A couple of names have already been thrown around regarding who Liverpool could target as their new centre-back, with Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi seeming to lead the way.

The Italian had a breakout season in the Serie A last term, with Liverpool and Inter Milan among those interested.

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However, as per a new report from La Gazzetta Dello Sport, Inter have now made an enquiry for David Hancko.

La Gazzetta Dello Sport also outline that the fee Parma want for their centre-back is a ‘huge problem’ for Inter as they only have around €30million (£26million) to play with.

And, since Virgil van Dijk now has two years left on his Liverpool deal, Leoni is likely to be trained up to be his replacement upon his departure.

Of course, only time will tell whether Liverpool will want to fork out the €40million (£34.7million) that Parma desire for their wonderkid, but if they do, they’ll have an outstanding talent on their hands.