Lazio Plotting To Open Talks With Liverpool On January Swoop

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Alex Pantling/Getty Images Liverpool attacker Federico Chiesa could be heading for a January departure from Anfield, with Lazio ‘planning to open negotiations’ with the Reds over a loan deal for the Italian. The 29-year-old continues to face uncertainty over his future at Liverpool, having struggled for regular opportunities once again this season.

Lazio now appear ready to take their interest further, with the Italians ‘planning to open negotiations with Liverpool on a loan deal’ for Chiesa in January, according to Italian outlet Calciomercato.it. As Serie A table toppers, Lazio could offer Chiesa the chance to play a part in their title push while rediscovering his best form back in Italy, where he first made his name.

With the winter window approaching, Chiesa’s future is likely to attract growing attention, while the possibility of other Serie A clubs joining the race cannot be ruled out. Meanwhile, Virgil van Dijk could also be heading for a move to Italy, with AC Milan keen on the Liverpool captain, whose contract at Anfield is due to expire at the end of the season.