Liverpool 'sets Federico Chiesa price tag' as Reds look to avoid loss on transfer

Liverpool has reportedly set an asking price between €12m and €15m for winger Federico Chiesa amid interest from his former club Juventus during the January transfer window. The fee is designed to ensure Liverpool avoid making a loss on the deal that brought the Italian to Anfield from Juventus in 2024, when he was seen as a relatively low-risk, value signing.

Chiesa’s time at Liverpool has been underwhelming, with the Euro 2020 winner struggling for fitness, form, and regular minutes under Arne Slot. Despite initial optimism that his pace and direct style would suit the Premier League, he has largely remained on the fringes of the squad, even when injuries and absences in attack might have opened doors for more playing time. This lack of impact has led the club to seriously consider a sale, provided their valuation is met.

Juventus are said to be exploring ways to bring Chiesa back to Turin, but there is a clear difference in preferred structures. The Serie A side would reportedly favor some sort of loan arrangement, potentially with an option to buy, in order to limit their financial risk and assess Chiesa’s condition and form over several months. Liverpool, by contrast, are understood to be pushing for a permanent transfer to guarantee a clean exit and recover the bulk of their original outlay.

The situation is complicated slightly by Liverpool’s need to maintain depth in attacking areas. With other forwards dealing with fitness and availability issues at various points, the club is wary of leaving itself short. Even so, the stance outlined in recent reports suggests that, if a club — Juventus or otherwise — is willing to meet the €12–15m price tag in this window, Liverpool are prepared to sanction Chiesa’s departure.