Liverpool Transfer News: Will a Serie A Club Sign the £17m Star?

Federico Chiesa's future at Liverpool hangs in the balance as the club reportedly demanded £17m for the Italian winger during the January 2026 transfer window, pricing him out of a potential return to Serie A.

Chiesa joined Liverpool from Juventus in September 2024 on a deal until 2028, initially costing up to £12.5m amid a contract standoff at his former club. Despite high hopes, the 28-year-old has endured another difficult season at Anfield, struggling for form and minutes under manager Arne Slot.^[1]

Interest from Italy peaked in January, with Juventus leading the chase to bring back the "fan favourite forward." The Bianconeri proposed a six-month loan, but Liverpool, under sporting director Richard Hughes, insisted on a permanent transfer for around €20m (£17m). This valuation—higher than the initial purchase fee—proved too steep for Juventus, who balked at the outlay plus Chiesa's £150k-per-week wages.^[1]

Reports from Virgilio Sport highlighted Juventus' concrete moves, noting Liverpool's firm stance: no green light without a full sale. Early rumors suggested the Reds might accept £12m to recoup their investment, but they held out for profit, effectively blocking a move that could have secured Chiesa a spot in Italy's World Cup qualification playoffs.^[1]

As the window closed on February 2, 2026, no deal materialized. Liverpool's quiet January focused elsewhere—signing Rennes defender Jeremy Jacquet for up to £60m and loaning out youngsters like Lewis Koumas—while offloading no major seniors. Chiesa remains, but whispers persist of a summer exit to fund targets like Lyon's Malick Fofana.^[1][3][4]

Will a Serie A suitor meet Liverpool's price? With Chiesa's contract running to 2028, the club holds leverage, but his form may force a rethink. Fans await clarity on the £17m star's Anfield fate.^[1]

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