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Chiesa’s Liverpool Future Already in Doubt as Milan and Napoli Circle

Liverpool’s summer signing, Federico Chiesa, could be on the move sooner than expected. Reports from Caught Offside reveal that the Italian winger, who joined from Juventus late in the transfer window, is unsettled at Anfield and is open to a January loan return to Serie A. Both AC Milan and Napoli have shown interest, with sources indicating that Chiesa’s limited playing time under manager Arne Slot has fueled his desire to consider options away from Liverpool.

Chiesa’s Struggles in a Crowded Attack

Despite Chiesa’s undeniable skill, his integration at Liverpool has been challenging, and he has struggled to secure regular minutes amid stiff competition. Liverpool’s attack is one of the Premier League’s most competitive, with Mohamed Salah, Luis Diaz, Diogo Jota, and Cody Gakpo already established in the lineup. Chiesa’s injury-prone history has only compounded his difficulties in adapting to the rigours of English football.

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While Chiesa’s signing added depth to Liverpool’s forward line, the lack of consistent game time has led to questions about his role within the squad. The Italian’s situation has made it challenging for him to stake his claim, leading to murmurs of a potential move back to Serie A.

Milan and Napoli Offer Opportunities for Revival

For Chiesa, a return to Serie A could offer a much-needed revival. Milan, reportedly seeking a replacement for Samuel Chukwueze, might present Chiesa with an opportunity for more frequent playing time. Napoli, too, would welcome his creativity and pace, making Italy a promising destination for the 27-year-old should he pursue a temporary departure.

Though January is still months away, the current state of play for Chiesa at Liverpool casts doubt on his future under Slot. Unless his circumstances change drastically, the pull of regular minutes in Italy may become too strong to resist.

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It’s disappointing to see Federico Chiesa struggle so soon after joining the club. With a player of his calibre, there was excitement about what he could bring to our attack, yet the reality has been different. Seeing Chiesa potentially depart in January raises the question of whether we truly needed another winger in the first place, given the talent already available in Salah, Diaz, Jota, and Gakpo.

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Chiesa’s difficulties finding his place are understandable, but it’s frustrating to think we might not get the chance to witness his potential in a Liverpool shirt. The feeling is one of missed opportunity—did we bring him in without a clear plan? Watching him excel at Milan or Napoli would be bittersweet, knowing he could have contributed to our own ambitions.

Ultimately, if regular playing time isn’t in the cards for him at Anfield, it may be in Chiesa’s best interest to pursue a move. However, as fans, we’re left questioning if this signing was ever truly aligned with Liverpool’s needs or simply an ill-fated experiment.