The centre-back, who joined the Premier League champions from Parma earlier this month, had previously been capped by his country up to U19 level.Gennaro Gattuso’s first squad selection since being appointed the Azzurri head coach features Leoni, with Italy to face Estonia and Israel in World Cup qualifiers in September.

Defender Giovanni Leoni bolstered Liverpool FC's centre-half options with his arrival from Italian side Parma in August 2025.

Giovanni Leoni

Liverpool defender Giovanni Leoni has earned a first senior international call-up for Italy to face Estonia and Israel in World Cup qualifiers in September.

Giovanni Leoni receives first senior Italy call-up

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