Anfield bound: Liverpool nears cut-price deal with Juventus star Federico Chiesa

In recent developments, Juventus star Federico Chiesa appears to be leaning more towards a potential move to Liverpool, amid interest from several other clubs. The Italian winger, who joined Juve in 2020 initially on loan before securing a permanent deal in 2022, showed great promise during his first season, netting 14 goals across all competitions. However, an unfortunate anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in his second season kept him sidelined for nearly ten months.

Fortunately, Chiesa has worked hard to regain his form and fitness, as local outlet Il Bianconero reports him returning to pre-season in a significantly improved condition. His resurgence has caught the attention of several clubs eyeing his services, with Liverpool, Newcastle, and Bayern Munich among the front-runners, according to journalist Marco Guidi from Italian station TV Play.

Despite the multiple suitors, Chiesa has expressed a preference for signing with a “classic top club,” giving Liverpool and Bayern Munich an edge in the race. While his asking price initially stood at a lofty £51 million, recent reports suggest that Juventus may now consider offers around £35.6 million – a figure comparable to the transfer fee paid for Alexis Mac Allister, who joined Liverpool earlier in the transfer window.

Former Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has lauded Chiesa’s talent, describing him as “fantastic” in 2021. Should Liverpool secure the deal, they could be gaining a dynamic player known for his pace, skill, and goal-scoring abilities – a valuable addition to their squad for the upcoming season. The potential cut-price deal further adds to the intrigue surrounding this exciting transfer saga.