Juventus Target Federico Chiesa for Liverpool January Transfer

Juventus are plotting a January loan move to bring back Federico Chiesa from Liverpool, aiming to bolster their attack under new manager Luciano Spalletti amid a resurgent campaign[5][6].

Chiesa, 28, joined Liverpool from Juventus in August 2024 for around €12-15 million plus bonuses, escaping a sidelined role under Thiago Motta with just one year left on his contract[1][2][3][4]. His Anfield stint has been underwhelming: limited to 392 minutes across 10 Premier League appearances this season, mostly as a substitute, with two starts in the Carabao Cup and three goal contributions in 143 minutes[2]. Injuries and adaptation struggles to Arne Slot's high-intensity style have hampered progress, though he scored his first Reds goal in an FA Cup tie on January 11, 2025, and contributed in the EFL Cup final loss to Newcastle[3]. Liverpool won the Premier League with Chiesa as a squad player[3].

Now, Italian clubs like Inter, Milan, Napoli, and Roma are monitoring, but Chiesa prioritizes staying at Liverpool per Fabrizio Romano—yet his situation remains fluid for January[2]. Juventus see him as an ideal deputy for teenage star Kenan Yildiz, leveraging his familiarity, prior national team link with Spalletti (who once called him "our Sinner"), and desire for more minutes ahead of the 2026 World Cup[5][6]. The move would be a loan, possibly with an option to buy, given Juve's budget constraints; it suits all parties, allowing Chiesa a seamless return to Serie A and a shot at Azzurri redemption[5][6].

Discussions are early but gaining traction as Juve, fourth and chasing the top, eye Premier League talents like Norton-Cuffy alongside midfielder Guido Rodriguez[5]. Chiesa's versatility as a winger/forward makes him a romantic, low-risk reunion[6].

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