Liverpool’s attacking rebuild has left Federico Chiesa struggling for a place under Andoni Iraola, whose high-pressing system demands sharp movement and sustained work off the ball.
Alexander Isak leads the scoring charts with six goals in seven Premier League appearances, while Cody Gakpo has contributed one goal and three assists in six league games. Bradley Barcola and Víctor Muñoz have added further competition across the flanks.
That competition has made Chiesa’s limited involvement harder to ignore. The 28-year-old missed pre-season through injury, leaving him little time to adapt to Iraola’s demands before the campaign began. With younger options such as Rio Ngumoha and Lewis Koumas available, Liverpool can give their prospects valuable minutes while Chiesa works to regain his fitness and place.
According to Sport Witness, citing Italian outlet Tuttomercatoweb, Liverpool plan to meet Chiesa to discuss a possible January departure. AC Milan and Lazio have reportedly made initial enquiries, while Inter Milan are monitoring the situation and could consider a move if Luis Henrique leaves. The interested Italian clubs reportedly prefer an initial loan with an option to buy, although Liverpool’s valuation and Chiesa’s weekly wages remain unclear.
Liverpool transfer news: Should Liverpool sanction a January loan for Chiesa?
Liverpool should consider a loan if an Italian club can cover a meaningful share of Chiesa’s wages and offer him regular football. His Premier League record this season stands at one appearance and just three minutes against Manchester City, with no goals or assists. Those figures leave Iraola with little evidence that the winger can handle the physical demands of his system right now.
A temporary move would give Chiesa a chance to rebuild his fitness and revive his career in Serie A, where he previously established himself with Juventus. It could also free Liverpool to focus on other squad needs, particularly midfield depth following Dominik Szoboszlai’s injury.
A permanent sale would provide greater certainty, but Liverpool shouldn’t force one if interested clubs will only discuss a loan. The club should seek a meaningful contribution to Chiesa’s wages and clear assurances over his playing opportunities before agreeing a deal. With no confirmed asking price or salary agreement, a January exit remains a possibility rather than a completed plan.
