Liverpool will be favourites to defend their Premier League title this season after spending over £300million on new players, but Arne Slot is clear on the challenges they face

Arne Slot has appeared to confirm a deal for Giovanni Leoni. Giovanni Leoni has been cleared to undergo his Liverpool medical today ahead of a £26 million transfer from Parma. The two clubs reached full agreement on the deal late on Wednesday.

The Reds have until midday on Thursday to register Giovanni Leoni if he is to be available against Bournemouth

Giovanni Leoni turned down two Premier League clubs ahead of opting to sign for Liverpool, it has been claimed.

Liverpool are closing in on a £26 million ($35m) deal to sign defender Giovanni Leoni from Parma, sources told ESPN.

An offer is yet to be made for the England international while an agreement would also need to be reached on the player side.

Palace captain Guehi has a year left on his contract, but chairman Steve Parish said earlier this week he could be sold this summer to avoid him moving on a free transfer in 12 months' time. Sources have told BBC Sport that Liverpool have held initial talks with a view to signing the 25-year-old before the summer transfer window shuts.