Federico Chiesa’s struggles to establish himself at Liverpool have opened the door for a potential return to Italy, with Napoli emerging as a strong contender for his signature. Despite Liverpool’s impressive form in both the Premier League and Champions League under Arne Slot, Chiesa has found playing time hard to come by, featuring in just four matches for a total of 123 minutes this season.
Calciomercato report the situation has prompted Chiesa’s agent, Fali Ramadani, to schedule a meeting with Liverpool’s management to discuss the player’s future. Surprisingly, the Reds are open to the idea of loaning out the 27-year-old Italian, recognizing his need for regular playing time to regain his form and confidence.
Napoli’s interest in Chiesa is genuine, with new manager Antonio Conte giving his approval for the move. The Italian coach believes Chiesa could make a significant impact in Serie A, where he previously excelled with Juventus. Initial exploratory talks between Napoli and Chiesa’s representatives have already taken place, with the player reportedly open to a move to the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.
However, Chiesa’s substantial wages present a significant hurdle. He currently earns 7.5 million euros net per season at Liverpool, with a contract running until 2028. Napoli’s sporting director, Giovanni Manna, faces the challenging task of convincing Liverpool to subsidize a portion of Chiesa’s salary to make the loan deal feasible.
While the negotiations promise to be complex, Napoli remains determined to secure Chiesa’s services.
