In order to give his assault more depth, Jurgen Klopp is said to be preparing a bid for Juventus winger Federico Chiesa.
What has changed about Federico Chiesa’s move to Liverpool?
Liverpool is ready to make a €40 million (£34 million) offer for Chiesa this summer since Juventus are willing to let the player go, according to reports in Italy.
Given that the winger’s contract with the Serie A club expires in 2025 and that Juventus would like to acquire a fee that matches their valuation this summer rather than waiting a year and being in a weaker negotiating position.
However, Klopp could face stiff competition, with Chelsea and Bayern Munich touted for a move, while Paris Saint-Germain, who watched him during a few games last year, as per the report, are also keen.
Could Liverpool sign Federico Chiesa this summer?
The main priority for the Anfield side is surely to bolster their midfield options, especially with James Milner, Naby Keita and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain all departing, leaving big gaps to fill.
Alexis Mac Allister joined a few weeks ago, yet there will surely be more business over the coming weeks, and a move for Chiesa perhaps shouldn’t be out of the question, despite the Reds having plenty of left-wingers, including Luis Diaz and Diogo Jota.
However, Chiesa can play on both the right wing and across the centre, and this versatility may be a huge plus for Klopp, particularly if the Italian can regain the form he had before suffering a painful knee injury in January 2022.
In fact, Chiesa scored 14 goals and collected ten assists in 2020/21, the final season in which he was injury-free, demonstrating his potential as a dangerous wide player with a regular schedule of matches under his belt.
The 25-year-old not only scored nine Serie A goals, but he also managed to average 1.5 key passes per game and create a staggering 18 big chances for his teammates – ranking fourth across the entire division during that term for the latter.
The 41-cap dynamo also played an integral role in Italy’s Euro 2020 triumph two years ago, scoring twice in seven games, including against Spain in the semi-finals – and with former Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon suggesting that he is “impossible to stop”, then it is evident that Klopp must make sure he lures Chiesa to Anfield before he is poached by another side.
Jurgen Klopp has approved €55M bid for exceptional star
Liverpool is planning a €90 million offer for Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde, who may be sold after Los Blancos shelled out over €100 million to recruit Jude Bellingham, a former target of the Reds. the National)
Aurelien Tchouameni, a second Real Madrid midfielder who was desired at Anfield last summer, has had a €55 million bid accepted by Jurgen Klopp. (the National)
Chelsea and Liverpool have received confirmation from Juventus that winger Federico Chiesa is available for about €60 million. (The Sport Gazette)
Despite Arsenal leading the race, Liverpool are still in the running for Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia and could spark a bidding war for the Belgium international. (Independent)
is unconvinced by interest from Liverpool and is not prepared to push for a move away from Inter this summer, despite being well aware of Klopp’s desire to seal a move. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Sheffield United are finally prepared to cash in on midfielder Sander Berge, who is of interest to both Liverpool and Newcastle. A price tag of £10m has been set. (TEAMtalk)
Liverpool asked Turkey midfielder Orkun Kokcu to delay a decision on his future but failed to make an offer before he sealed his move from Feyenoord to Benfica. (1908.nl)
The agent of Lecce youngster Patrick Dorgu has confirmed Liverpool are looking to add the 18-year-old left-back to their academy setup, but he has advised his client against the move. (Bold)