Premier League-winning manager has "made a personal" move to sign "fabulous" Liverpool man

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Reports from Italy claim that Napoli manager Antonio Conte has made a personal move to try to sign Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa in the current transfer window. The former Juventus star has struggled to make an impact at Anfield and is increasingly linked with a return to Serie A, where he previously shone for the Bianconeri.

Chiesa has found game time hard to come by under Arne Slot, starting just one Premier League match this season and largely featuring from the bench. His limited role has fuelled speculation that he could look to leave Liverpool in search of regular minutes, especially with major tournaments on the horizon for the Italian national team. A move back to Italy is viewed as a way to revive his form and status.

Journalist Emanuele Cammaroto revealed on Radio Punto Zero that Conte has taken matters into his own hands, directly intervening in an effort to lure Chiesa to Napoli. The Partenopei are said to enjoy an excellent relationship with both Federico and his father Enrico Chiesa, which could be a decisive factor in any negotiations. Juventus are also keen on re-signing their former player, setting up a potential tug-of-war between the two Serie A clubs.

The article highlights that while Liverpool have not relied heavily on Chiesa, allowing him to leave mid-season could still be risky. With injuries and absences in attack, the Reds may yet need his depth in the coming months. Nonetheless, the prospect of a prominent role under Conte at a top Italian club is likely to be highly attractive to the winger, leaving his Anfield future uncertain as the window progresses.