Virtus Entella announced the permanent signing of Leonardo Benedetti from Sampdoria. According to Tuttomercato, the midfielder was born in 2000 and has transferred to the Chiavari-based club.

Tuttomercato reports that the transfer of Leonardo Benedetti to Virtus Entella is imminent, and he is said to be close to the club.

Leonardo Benedetti, a 25-year-old Italian midfielder for Sampdoria, will be out of contract in June. According to RadioBari, Virtus Entella is one of several clubs interested in the player. The report from RadioBari also indicates that Cesena, Mantova, and Reggiana are monitoring Benedetti. Bari is reportedly working on a deal to bring him back. Benedetti has one cap for Italy's U18 side and has made 13 appearances in Serie B this season. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €650k.