Romano: 18-year-old Liverpool center-back Leoni has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament tear and will be sidelined for several months, aiming to return by the end of the season.
Romano said: "Liverpool center-back Leoni has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament tear and will be absent for several months.
'Leoni played great on his Carabao Cup debut last night, and Slot was also very satisfied with him, but he unfortunately got injured. Leoni will strive to return before the end of this season.'"
In the 3rd round of the Carabao Cup, Liverpool defeated Southampton 2-1. Leoni made his Liverpool debut but was forced off due to injury in the 81st minute.