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Ciaran Morrison

Mon 18 August 2025 12:09, UK

Federico Chiesa could still prove to be an important player for Liverpool this season after manager Arne Slot’s comments.

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Football Insider exclusively revealed in June that Liverpool would accept an offer of £10million for Chiesa following a tough first season on Merseyside.

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According to the Liverpool Echo [16 August], Chiesa “could still have a future at Liverpool,” with manager Arne Slot commenting on the Italian’s future after their game against Bournemouth.

Slot said he has “no reason to believe” that Chiesa’s future will change at Anfield despite rumours linking the 27-year-old back to Italy.

Chiesa had a limited impact in his first season at Liverpool, and will need to prove his worth in his second campaign at the club as the Reds look to defend their Premier League title.

Appearances14Goals2Assists2Chiesa’s 2024/25 stats for Liverpool in all competitions.

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Slot got off to a winning Premier League start.

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Football Insider Verdict

It was a show of confidence in Chiesa that Slot turned to him rather than bring 22-year-old Harvey Elliott off the bench.

Following the sale of Luis Diaz, and the potential departure of Elliott, Chiesa could prove to be a key squad member this season.

Slot will be expecting greater impact this season, though will hope that his first Premier League goal and a moment in-front of the Kop will lift the pressure off Chiesa’ shoulders to impress.

The Dutch manager will again be requiring all of his squad to contribute should they want to retain their league crown and progress in the Champions League, as he desires.