Liverpool’s Federico Chiesa pushing for Juventus return

Federico Chiesa is actively pushing for a sensational return to Juventus, with the Liverpool winger reportedly convinced he can still fulfill his destiny as a “club legend” in Turin.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the 28-year-old has made his intentions crystal clear to all parties, signaling his desire to abandon the Premier League after just 18 months to rejoin a project that has undergone a radical transformation since his departure.

Notably, Chiesa views the current setup under Luciano Spalletti and Giorgio Chiellini as the perfect environment to spearhead a new “Italian core” at the Allianz Stadium. Furthermore, for the Bianconeri hierarchy, Chiesa represents the ideal profile to strengthen the squad’s identity and technical quality without the need for an adaptation period.

Indeed, the backdrop to this potential reunion is the acrimonious nature of his exit in the summer of 2024. Despite initial talks for a contract renewal that would have extended his stay, negotiations with former sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli broke down over wage demands and technical disagreements. This led to his unceremonious exclusion from the squad by then-manager Thiago Motta, who famously told the player he was no longer part of the club’s plans.

Consequently, the prospect of a triumphant return is fueling Chiesa’s determination to finalize a deal this month. While Liverpool are currently holding out for a permanent transfer in the region of €12-15 million to recoup their investment, Juventus are pushing for a loan deal with an option to buy. Should a compromise be reached, the move would mark one of the most high-profile “U-turns” in recent Serie A history, allowing Chiesa to settle his “unfinished business” in the black and white stripes.