A Liverpool player could be on his way out this summer after falling out of favour under head coach Arne Slot.
Slot, 46, is on the brink of a Premier League title in his debut season, having led Liverpool through an exceptional campaign. While key figures like Mo Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Ibrahima Konate have been mainstays in the lineup, others—including Joe Gomez, Jarell Quansah, and Harvey Elliott—have seen less playing time than anticipated.
Federico Chiesa, who joined from Juventus in summer 2024, has also struggled for consistent minutes. The 27-year-old Italian winger has made just three starts in twelve appearances, though he’s managed two goals and two assists.
Chiesa was notably left out of the squad for Liverpool’s trip to Leicester City on April 20 to accommodate Trent Alexander-Arnold’s return. His limited role has sparked speculation over a summer departure.
According to Calcio Mercato, Chiesa could return to Italy, with three clubs reportedly interested. Inter Milan is considered the most likely destination, especially with Joaquin Correa expected to leave. Napoli is another possibility, though much depends on manager Antonio Conte’s future. Roma is also mentioned, contingent on their European qualification prospects as they currently sit seventh in Serie A.
As for Chiesa’s lack of involvement, Slot hinted at scheduling issues during a March press conference. He explained that the demanding match calendar has made it difficult for non-starters to train regularly with the first team, limiting their opportunities to break into the lineup. Slot acknowledged the challenge for fringe players, adding that training sessions the day after matches are key opportunities to impress.