After a challenging first few months at Liverpool, could Federico Chiesa finally find his form in the second half of the season?
The Italian forward has managed only five appearances since his August transfer from Juventus, with fitness issues, illnesses, and injuries hindering his progress at Anfield.
Speculation has even suggested a potential return to Serie A this month, with Gazzetta dello Sport reporting that former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte, now managing Napoli, is keen on bringing the 27-year-old to replace Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who has reportedly requested a transfer.
What’s the latest on Chiesa?
Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio told Sky Sport that while Napoli are exploring potential replacements for Kvaratskhelia, Chiesa is unlikely to be one of them as he intends to stay at Liverpool for the rest of the season.
Fabrizio Romano echoed this sentiment, confirming via X (formerly Twitter) that Chiesa’s “priority” is to remain at Anfield, as confirmed by his agent.
Chiesa seems settled at Liverpool
Reports suggesting Chiesa is unhappy at Liverpool and eyeing a return to Italy appear unfounded. Following his first goal for the Reds in the FA Cup victory over Accrington Stanley, Chiesa posted a celebratory photo on Instagram with the caption “YNWA” and a heart emoji, signaling his commitment to the club.
While his Liverpool career has had a slow start, Chiesa could play a vital role in the latter half of the season if he can overcome the setbacks that plagued him in 2024. With Diogo Jota also dealing with injury concerns, Liverpool’s other senior forwards have already logged over 1,300 minutes each this season. Chiesa’s availability could prove essential in managing the squad’s workload during a packed fixture schedule.
Despite Conte’s rumored interest, the Italy international appears fully committed to Liverpool, and retaining him could be crucial as the Reds push through a demanding period of big games in January and beyond.
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