Liverpool star Federico Chiesa offered surprise route out of Anfield this summer
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Whilst a managerial shift from Arne Slot to Andoni Iraola could represent a fresh start for Chiesa with the opportunity to impress under a new tactical system, it is no wonder that speculation about his departure is persisting due to his lack of football.According to reports by La Gazzetto Dello Sport, the club are monitoring his situation, but the deal hinges on financial viability. Therefore, it would be likely that Bologna would request a significant wage contribution from Liverpool whilst Chiesa is on loan in the Serie A.Additionally, the club are looking to the departure of former Norwich man, Johnathan Rowe.
Following his arrival from Marseille, The Englishman has impressed for Bologna this season, tallying up twelve goals in forty-four games across the Serie A, Italian domestic cups and the Europa League. His impressive campaign has reportedly attracted interest from Premier league sides for his signature, a deal that would free up both financial resources and squad space, making the manoeuvre for the Liverpool forward far more feasible.Chiesa has impressed in the Serie A previously with both Fiorentina and Juventus, scoring nine goals and providing nine assists in his most productive season (2019/20), and with sparks of class shown for Liverpool in handfuls, a move back home could provide more consistency for the Italian.Juventus v AC Monza - Serie A TIM | Valerio Pennicino/GettyImagesHowever, with Liverpool already limited in supply for squad depth in the forward positions, and Mohamed Salah leaving the club, loaning out Federico Chiesa would mean narrowing down the club’s right-wing options to one unnatural winger, Jeremie Frimpong.
With Andoni Iraola announcing in his debut press conference for the club that the side require more signings and are actively working in the transfer market, additions must be expected for the front line rather than further departures.With Chiesa one of the fifteen players currently part of pre-season training, his involvement is one to keep an eye on, even more so now a move home is making it's way round the rumour mill.It is entirely understandable why Bologna would want to test the waters for Federico Chiesa, but it is virtually impossible to see Liverpool playing ball on their terms.If Liverpool were well-stocked in attack, senior figures at the club might have entertained a conversation. Sanctioning a loan departure especially one where Liverpool would likely have to decrease a significant portion of his wages without any benefit on the pitch makes absolutely no sporting or financial sense.Iraola’s arrival on Merseyside actually represents a timely clean slate for Chiesa.