Brief
Iraola says Liverpool defender Giovanni Leoni to resume training in October
The Athletic reports Leoni could be back in full training on October 12, boosting Liverpool’s defensive options.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola said the club expects centre‑back Giovanni Leoni to re‑join first‑team training during the extended autumn international break.
Iraola told reporters before Liverpool’s win over Ipswich that the plan is for Leoni to start training around October 12, after missing a full year with injury. The Athletic has reported the same date, adding that Leoni’s return will strengthen Liverpool’s central defence.
In the meantime, loan signing Ronald Araujo has settled at right‑back, helping the Reds keep three consecutive clean sheets, while new signing Jeremy Jacquet has impressed both at club level and for France, earning praise from France manager Zinedine Zidane.
Key facts
- Liverpool coach Andoni Iraola expects Giovanni Leoni to resume training around October 12. (standard.co.uk)
- Leoni has been out for a year with injury. (standard.co.uk)
- Ronald Araujo has been playing at right‑back and contributed to three clean sheets. (standard.co.uk)
- Jeremy Jacquet has earned his first senior caps for France and was praised by Zinedine Zidane. (standard.co.uk)
Sources
- [1] standard.co.uk — originally reported as “Leoni injury latest after Iraola's update on £26m Liverpool signing”
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