Liverpool Transfer: Federico Chiesa Open to Juventus Return Amid Reds' Dilemma

Federico Chiesa, the 28-year-old Italian forward, is reportedly open to returning to Juventus from Liverpool, but any deal hinges on the Reds' willingness to let him go this January[1].

Chiesa joined Liverpool in a bargain £12m transfer from Juventus in the summer of 2024, yet he has struggled to make an impact at Anfield. Plagued by injuries last season, he featured in just six Premier League games as Liverpool clinched the title. This term, despite the absence of key attackers like Mohamed Salah (on Africa Cup of Nations duty) and injuries to Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike, Chiesa has started only one of 15 league matches and made three Champions League substitute appearances. He even began on the bench in the recent 2-2 draw at Fulham[1].

With his contract running until June 2028 under manager Arne Slot, Chiesa's lack of playing time has fueled exit speculation. Juventus have held formal talks with Liverpool, expressing keen interest in re-signing him on loan to bolster their wing options. The player is 'appreciated' by Juve chiefs and content at Liverpool, but the allure of regular minutes and reuniting with former Italy boss Luciano Spalletti—who likened him to tennis star Jannik Sinner—makes the move tempting, per La Gazzetta dello Sport[1].

However, Liverpool appear reluctant to sanction a departure. Reports indicate the club has 'closed the door' on letting Chiesa leave in January, despite interest from Juventus and Napoli. This leaves the Reds facing a dilemma: keep a peripheral talent or risk unrest by blocking a potential homecoming that could revive his career[1][2].

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