Liverpool are reportedly prepared to sell Federico Chiesa this summer after the winger endured a disappointing first season under new manager Arne Slot.
Former Manchester United and Blackburn chief scout Mick Brown, who remains well-connected in football circles, told Football Insider that several clubs are showing interest in the 27-year-old Italian.
Slot no longer views Chiesa as part of his future plans, and Liverpool are willing to entertain offers matching or exceeding the £10 million they spent to sign him last summer.
Back on June 6, Football Insider reported that Liverpool were already questioning Chiesa’s future, with the possibility that he could leave alongside players like Darwin Nunez.
Although some within the club value him as a squad player, others believe that recovering the transfer fee may be the smartest move at this point.
Chiesa only managed 14 appearances last season, starting just four times across all competitions. Understandably, he is now keen on moving elsewhere to secure more regular playing time.
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In April, Brown revealed that Slot has been dissatisfied with his current attacking options and is looking to strengthen Liverpool’s wide areas.
Brown, a highly experienced figure in recruitment from his time at Manchester United, explained that Chiesa’s future remains uncertain as the club assesses their options.
“Liverpool are open to offers for Chiesa,” he told Football Insider.
“From what I’ve heard, he hasn’t met expectations, and the manager doesn’t consider him part of his long-term plans at Anfield.
“He was mainly brought in as backup for the front three but hasn’t had many chances to prove himself.
“A few clubs are monitoring the situation and are interested in signing him.
“I believe Chiesa would be open to leaving as well since he isn’t playing regularly.
“Liverpool think that if they can recover the £10 million they spent—or even make a profit—it would be a smart move based on how little he’s contributed.
“They worry that if he has another poor season, they may not be able to get that value back.
“That said, keeping him isn’t off the table either. They might still consider whether his contributions as a backup outweigh what someone like Harvey Elliott could offer in the same role.”