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Giovanni Leoni nears return to Liverpool training after ACL injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 11:20 AM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Giovanni Leoni nears return to Liverpool training after ACL injury

Summary

Giovanni Leoni reports significant progress in his recovery from an ACL injury sustained last September while playing for Liverpool in the Carabao Cup. After nearly a year out, he has been training at the AXA Training Centre and joined the team's recent pre-season tour to the United States, though he did not participate in matches. Leoni expressed optimism about his return, stating he feels good and is eager to resume training with the squad soon. His absence has been felt, especially with other center-backs injured during pre-season.

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Status Watch

•Leoni injured his ACL during his debut match last September.
•He has been training at Liverpool's AXA Training Centre.
•Leoni expressed excitement about returning to play in front of fans.
•Liverpool has lacked depth in defense due to player injuries in pre-season.
•Full recovery time may take additional weeks as he ramps up training.

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11:20 AMYahoo Sports — ‘The comeback is closer’ – Giovanni Leoni can see ‘light at the end of the tunnel’ after ACL woe

What they're saying

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Giovanni Leoni has said he can finally ‘see the light at the end of the tunnel’ after almost a year out of action with an ACL injury.The Liverpool defender had given an impressive performance on h...
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