Liverpool are open to keeping Federico Chiesa on the team for this season, but it is believed that the Italian forward is considering moving from Anfield.
The Italian winger won the Premier League title at Anfield in his debut season with the club, but his playing time is very limited for the Reds.
Arne Slot has barely used the former Juventus man this season.
Chiesa arrived in Liverpool last summer and was considered an important coup. He joined Juventus’ Reds in a cut price deal pulled away in the slot.
Chiesa flops at Liverpool
Despite the initial optimism surrounding his transfer, Chiesa’s time at Merseyside was far from ideal.
The 27-year-old has managed just 13 appearances in all competitions this season and has not yet started any Premier League matches.
Liverpool is not actively trying to offload the chaina. He doesn’t block his departure if he asks for a transfer.
According to transfer expert Graeme Bailey, the decision is largely at Chiesa’s hands.
“At Chiesa, if he wants to stay, they want him to stay.” Bailey says.
“They are happy to have him fight for his place. If he wants to go, they will let him go. That’s what they think. It depends entirely on the player himself.
“Essentially, he wasn’t enough to join the team. If you want to be there as a fifth or sixth-choice striker, they’ll be happy to let him go. His spending was minimal.”
Italians have to leave for more play time
The potential exit for Chiesa could attract interest from major European clubs.
His reputation as a versatile forward who can play as a Frank or a second striker makes him a good option for many European clubs.
For Liverpool, Chiesa’s departure could open the door for further reinforcement of the attacking division.
The club is happy to keep him on the team, but the player’s desire for regular first-team action can force him to break up the way.
If Chiesa decides to leave, Liverpool is ready to facilitate his departure smoothly.
Darwin Nunes is also expected to leave the Reds this summer after a bad season.
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