Chiesa Joined Liverpool in the previous summer with great enthusiasm as he changes scenery and with determination to prove himself in the Premier League.
The reality, however, hit him hard. So far in the season, the former Fiorentina and Juventus played has only played a total of 78 minutes (featuring three times, once in the Premier League, once in the EFL Cup, and once in the UEFA Champions League).
The situation becomes even more concerning when considering that 58 of those minutes were played in the only match he started, in the Carabao Cup, which is the least important competition.
Chiesa's experience in England is difficult
The 27-year-old Italian right-winger is significantly behind his teammates according to coach Arne Slot, who did not mince words in describing the moment of the player who was once a star in Serie A. The very real risk is that he will arrive at the reopening of the winter transfer market in the same situation.
After all, Federico's choice was certainly fascinating but equally challenging, especially on paper, because the players who can play in that same role and position are Mohammed Salah, Luis Díaz, Diogo Jota, and Cody Gakpo.
Chiesa and the salary issue:
Pride and ambition are two characteristic traits of Chiesa, who remains convinced that he can impose himself at Liverpool. He will likely seek a confrontation with head coach Slot to clarify his role in the team.
Could Federico return to the market? Currently, this is a complicated hypothesis because he earns 7.5 million euros per season in a contract which is valid until the summer of 2028. Figures that are certainly high for a club like AC Milan.
A Chiesa to be revived could become a bet for many Italian teams. Perhaps on loan, with part of his salary covered by Liverpool. Como is considering it. He could also become an option for Milan. However, first, there will need to be a clear line from the English club, as reported by Calciomercato.com.
