In the third round of the League Cup, Liverpool beat Southampton 2-1 at home. Leoni started to complete his debut, left the court with serious injury in the 81st minute and was carried out on a stretcher.

According to reporter Skira, Leoni suffered a knee injury and was suspected of cruciate ligament injury.

coach Slott said after the game: "If a player ends up in this way, it usually does not bode well."