Federico Chiesa’s future at Liverpool faces renewed scrutiny as reports from Italy indicate a potential return to Serie A could happen as early as January. The 28-year-old winger, who joined from Juventus in 2024, has struggled to find consistency at Anfield, plagued by injuries that have hindered his performance.

Chiesa’s situation worsened when he was excluded from Liverpool’s Champions League squad, raising questions about his role under manager Andoni Iraola.

During a segment on Radio Punto Zero, Italian journalist Emanuele Cammaroto suggested that Chiesa's return to Italy is becoming likely. He stated, "I’m getting signs right now that Federico Chiesa is returning to Italy, and it could be the right time. He wants to find some playing time; in January, his team might offer him to some Italian clubs, including Napoli."

With the addition of Bradley Barcola and Victor Muñoz to the squad, and the retention of Cody Gakpo after a failed transfer to Manchester City, Chiesa faces stiff competition for playing time. His exclusion from the Champions League squad signals a lack of confidence in his current standing within the team.

A January transfer appears to be the logical solution for all parties involved. Chiesa possesses the technical skills and experience to impact games, but he requires consistent minutes to thrive.

• Napoli would benefit from an experienced attacker without the financial burden of a younger star.
• Liverpool could alleviate their wage bill and open up a squad position.

While Chiesa’s father claims he is happy at Anfield, the disparity between happiness and playing time remains a crucial factor in the decision-making process.