Overview
- Federico Chiesa has struggled for game time at Liverpool, making just 13 appearances across all competitions this season due to fitness issues and strong competition for places.
- Italian outlet La Gazzetta dello Sport reported that Napoli are in advanced talks for a loan deal with Liverpool, with a debate over whether a buy clause would be mandatory or optional.
- Napoli are reportedly willing to cover Chiesa's £3.8 million annual salary, and the player is described as enthusiastic about a return to Serie A.
- Both Liverpool and Chiesa's agent have publicly denied any formal negotiations or agreements regarding a move to Napoli, casting doubt on the reports.
- Liverpool manager Arne Slot has reiterated Chiesa's quality but acknowledged his limited role is due to competition from in-form players like Mohamed Salah, Cody Gakpo, and Luis Díaz.