There have been rumours all summer about Federico Chiesa leaving Juventus, with the Turin club keen to find a way out for the 26-year-old but as the weeks have passed, the deal has stalled.
Barcelona have even emerged as a possible destination for Chiesa, but Anfield appears to be the striker's next destination.
Chiesa will sign a four-year contract with Liverpool after the two clubs agreed a fee of 13 million euros plus variable fees. This is a beneficial deal for all parties as Chiesa only has one year left on his contract with Juventus.
Chiesa was once one of the most promising talents in European football. He was included in the best squad and contributed greatly to Italy's EURO 2020 victory. However, after that impressive performance, an injury interrupted the Italian player's development. Since tearing his cruciate ligament on January 9, 2022, Chiesa has never regained his former form.
From being a key star of Juventus, Chiesa became redundant under coach Thiago Motta. Chiesa still has the qualities of a star but in Serie A, he cannot find the inspiration to play football again.
At 26, the Italian striker is still young enough to restart his career, which is why he signed a long-term contract with Liverpool . With the presence of Mohamed Salah, Luis Diaz and Diogo Jota, Chiesa will find it difficult to compete for a starting spot at Anfield. However, he can become an important factor when Arne Slot rotates the squad. His preferred position is left wing, but Chiesa can also play many different roles in attack.
Chiesa himself is also eager to become a part of the "Red Brigade": "I am very happy. I am very eager to become a new player of Liverpool. Both my family and I are very happy".
Federico spent four seasons at Juventus, playing 131 games, scoring 32 goals and providing 19 assists. The 26-year-old said goodbye to Turin and insisted that this will always be a special club for him.
Chiesa must prepare for a new phase in a new country. This will be a real test to verify the Italian striker's ability to regain his form.
Before signing Chiesa, Liverpool successfully recruited goalkeeper Mamardashvili from Valencia for £25.3 million. However, the Georgian player will arrive at Anfield after the 2024-2025 season ends.
