Why Chiesa is out of Italy squad: no rift with Gattuso, just issues | OneFootball

The absence of Federico Chiesa from Rino Gattuso's National Team call-up has raised more than a few questions. The Liverpool forward, a symbol of Italy's European Championship victory in 2021, is not among those called up for the crucial qualifying matches against Moldova and Norway.

Italy, why Chiesa is not in the National Team: no rift with Gattuso, just issues to resolve

Behind the absence, however, there is no disciplinary issue nor a new "Acerbi case." The reasons, as explained from Coverciano, are more complex but not conflicting: it is a personal and technical situation that requires time and clarity, not a break with the National Team.

Chiesa and the Azzurri line: trust intact but timing to be respected

As confirmed by Gattuso, "there are issues" that have prevented the player's call-up. These are not contentious issues, but rather related to a psychophysical and sporting transition phase for the class of 1997.

"I understand everyone's problems... If he's not here, is it by his choice? Yes... yes... it seems easy to read," stated the Azzurri coach, implying that the decision is shared with the player and the English club.

In other words, Chiesa has not been excluded: he has been temporarily left at Liverpool's disposal to regain condition, confidence, and continuity, three aspects currently lacking after a difficult start to the season in the Premier League.

A complicated period of form

In this first part of the season, Chiesa has only accumulated 117 minutes in eleven official matches. This playing time speaks for itself: the former Juventus player has not yet managed to find space and consistent performance under Jürgen Klopp's guidance, appearing far from his best version.

Since his arrival in England, the Azzurri talent has had to deal with physical problems and tactical adaptation issues, which have limited his impact and integration into Liverpool's context.

Gattuso, aware of the situation, preferred not to rush things and allowed the player the opportunity to find balance and serenity at his club, while maintaining constant contact with him.

No rift with the National Team: the doors remain open

Internal sources within the Federation confirm that there is no rift between Federico Chiesa and the Italian National Team. On the contrary, the relationship remains solid and based on maximum mutual trust.

At Coverciano, they would have welcomed him gladly, but it was the player himself—agreeing with the technical and medical staff—who deemed it more appropriate to postpone his return to the Azzurri.

Gattuso, for his part, reiterated that the "Azzurri line remains open": Chiesa continues to be an integral part of the project, but he will only return when he is physically and mentally ready.

Future prospects

Chiesa's absence from the call-ups does not mark a farewell, but a pause for reflection and reconstruction. The common goal is to rediscover the player who, until recently, was one of Italy's strengths and a symbol of the post-Euro 2020 generation.

In the National Team, they are waiting for him: the doors of Coverciano remain wide open, waiting for Chiesa to return as the protagonist capable of lighting up matches with his speed and unpredictability.

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