A respected Liverpool reporter has explained exactly why Arne Slot has snubbed Federico Chiesa in the Reds’ title-winning campaign.
Federico Chiesa’s situation at Liverpool reflects the harsh realities of top-tier football—even when a signing is considered a “bargain” on paper. While the £10 million fee and his pedigree made the deal seem like a steal, his lack of fitness, disappointing FA Cup display, and depth in Liverpool’s attacking ranks have all combined to sideline him in Arne Slot’s debut season.
Chiesa’s limited opportunities—just four league appearances—mean he’s one game shy of earning a Premier League winner’s medal. With four fixtures remaining, there’s still a chance for him to hit that mark, but unless injuries or rotations come into play, he remains on the periphery.
Whether he stays at Liverpool beyond this summer is highly uncertain. A return to Serie A seems plausible, especially with Italian clubs likely to value his quality and experience more than his recent form.
That stat sums up Federico Chiesa’s frustrating Liverpool stint so far: one full 90-minute outing—in a humiliating FA Cup loss to Plymouth—and a Premier League high of just 13 minutes against Bournemouth.
For a player once seen as one of Italy’s brightest talents, it’s a steep fall. That Plymouth performance clearly dented the coaching staff’s trust, and with the likes of Salah, Díaz, Nunez, Jota, and Gakpo ahead in the pecking order, Chiesa has had virtually no room to redeem himself.
Unless something changes drastically in these final matches, this season could go down as a lost year for him—both in terms of form and career momentum.
Would you be interested in a comparison between Chiesa’s Liverpool stats and his final season at Juventus?
