Liverpool transfer talks spark Federico Chiesa exit plans

Federico Chiesa’s Liverpool future has become front-page news in Italy after talks on Monday accelerated plans for a potential January move, with Juventus pushing to bring the winger back to Turin.

Last week, Gazzetta dello Sport reported that Juventus were seriously considering re-signing Federico Chiesa from Liverpool, framing the idea as more than speculative. That interest has now intensified, with both Gazzetta and Corriere dello Sport leading on the story in their latest editions.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus have already opened dialogue with Liverpool and presented a clear proposal. The Serie A side are exploring a six-month loan deal with an option to buy, while Liverpool are understood to be seeking stronger guarantees around a permanent transfer.

The Reds paid around €12m to sign Chiesa in 2024 and are keen to ensure any deal allows them to recoup that outlay. While Liverpool have not closed the door on an exit, they are wary of weakening their attacking depth mid-season.

One key condition remains: Liverpool would prefer Chiesa to leave after Mohamed Salah returns from the Africa Cup of Nations, ensuring Arne Slot is not left short of options.

Corriere dello Sport add further weight to the story, claiming Chiesa’s agent Fali Ramadani is due in Italy in the coming days to discuss a possible return. That development follows direct talks between Liverpool and Juventus on Monday, suggesting negotiations have moved beyond initial feelers.

Interest in Chiesa has been widespread. AS Roma attempted to sign him in the summer, while AC Milan and Atalanta also made early contact. However, Juventus’ approach appears to have captured the player’s attention most strongly, fuelling optimism in Turin.

Tuttosport echo those reports, stressing that Liverpool want assurances of a permanent sale, rather than a deal that leaves uncertainty beyond the summer. Juventus’ preferred structure — a loan with an option — is therefore still under discussion.

The Turin-based outlet suggests Chiesa would be quick to accept a return to Juventus, where he enjoyed some of the best football of his career. The presence of Luciano Spalletti, who is said to have a strong relationship with the former Fiorentina star, could also influence the player’s thinking.

All indications from Italy point towards growing momentum rather than stalled negotiations. While Liverpool’s conditions remain firm, the fact that talks have reached the front pages of multiple national newspapers underlines how advanced the situation has become.

Ultimately, the deal is likely to hinge on whether Juventus are willing to meet Liverpool’s demand for clarity and security on a permanent transfer later this month.

Negotiations are expected to continue through January, with Juventus needing to refine their offer if they want to satisfy Liverpool’s conditions. Any agreement is likely to be delayed until clarity emerges around Salah’s availability, making the latter part of the window decisive.

Should Liverpool cash in on Federico Chiesa now — or keep him as cover until the season’s business end?