Liverpool not ready to release Chiesa until new striker found | OneFootball

Liverpool are not prepared to sell Federico Chiesa unless Alexander Isak arrives from Newcastle United, claim reports, leaving Inter and Napoli waiting.

The Italy international had seemed to be on the way out just one year after his move to Anfield Road with the Juventus contract running down.

He barely set foot on the field throughout his first season, either due to injuries or poor form, yet still scoring two goals with two assists in 14 competitive appearances.

Chiesa time at Liverpool is not over yet

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – JANUARY 11: Federico Chiesa of Liverpool scores his team’s fourth goal during the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Liverpool and Accrington Stanley at Anfield on January 11, 2025 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

When he was left out of the travelling party for the pre-season friendly games, it was assumed he would be loaned out or sold.

However, La Gazzetta dello Sport now insist that Arne Slot wants to keep Chiesa, at least until they sign a new striker, with the primary target being Newcastle United star Isak.

Inter and Napoli remain interested in the 27-year-old, while Atalanta had also been linked, but any move is going to have to wait.