Chiesa’s Liverpool Future in Doubt After Isak’s Arrival 🚨
Reports suggest several clubs are already preparing to make a move for the Italian winger in the January transfer window, with Liverpool weighing up whether to cash in.
Slot raised eyebrows when he excluded Chiesa from the Reds’ Champions League squad, instead handing 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha a place in the team. That decision, coupled with Isak’s £125m signing, has left Chiesa slipping further down the pecking order.
However, there could still be opportunities for him. With Mohamed Salah set to represent Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations in January, Slot is expected to lean on Chiesa to fill the gap on the right flank. This temporary boost in game time could be vital for the 27-year-old, who is desperate to secure regular minutes ahead of Italy’s World Cup campaign next summer.
Even so, uncertainty remains. Chiesa was used mainly as a substitute last season, and despite his contributions off the bench—including a late winner against Bournemouth—his long-term role looks unclear. The introduction of Isak into Liverpool’s attack only intensifies competition for places.
Slot hinted that Isak could make his Champions League debut against Atletico Madrid this week, underlining the changing dynamics in Liverpool’s frontline. For Chiesa, the decision looms: fight for minutes at Anfield or seek a fresh start elsewhere in January.
