Inter Milan are hoping to “gift” coach Cristian Chivu with Giovanni Leoni, whilst Benjamin Pavard or Yann Bisseck could leave.

This according to today’s print edition of Turin-based newspaper Tuttosport, 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.

Inter Hope To “Gift” Chivu With Leoni – Pavard Or Bisseck Could Leave

Giovanni Leoni
MONZA, ITALY – MARCH 15: Giovanni Leoni of Parma in action during the Serie A match between Monza and Parma at U-Power Stadium on March 15, 2025 in Monza, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Scaccianoce/Getty Images)

Inter Milan know full well that signing Leoni will not be easy considering the teenage defender’s price tag.

Particularly after the investment that the Nerazzurri are planning to bring in Ademola Lookman.

However, that does not mean that Inter will not push for Leoni’s signing.

Bringing the 19-year-old is a particular priority considering that Chivu is coach. Inter would see reuniting the pair as a way to start the new coach’s tenure on the right foot.

Meanwhile, the Gazzetta report, neither of Stefan de Vrij or Francesco Acerbi will leave to make way for Leoni.

However, Yann Bisseck and Benjamin Pavard would be candidates for a sale in defense.