Liverpool F.C. Winger Federico Chiesa has reversed his decision to leave the club this summer, opting to stay and fight for his place in Andoni Iraola's squad for the 2026/27 season. The Italian forward, who had been expected to depart after limited game time last season, changed his mind during the team's pre-season tour of the United States.
Chiesa, 28, had been linked with moves to Serie A and Atletico Madrid after managing just three starts in 34 appearances under former manager Arne Slot. However, after joining the pre-season tour, he reportedly decided to remain at Anfield, where he has two years left on his contract. The winger has scored five goals and provided five assists in 50 appearances since his £10m move from Juventus two years ago.
Why it matters for Liverpool F.C.
Liverpool F.C. Finished fifth in the Premier League last season with 52 points from 32 games, 18 points behind leaders Arsenal. With the new season approaching, Iraola is still looking to strengthen his squad, having already signed Victor Munoz from Osasuna for £35m. The Reds remain in the market for another winger, with Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola among the options.
Iraola's frustrations with the transfer window
Iraola, who joined Liverpool F.C. After three successful seasons at Bournemouth, has expressed his dislike for the uncertainty of August transfers. "I particularly hate this month of August because you start the competition, you still don't know if some of the players are going to leave, who is going to come, there is a lot of uncertainty," he said. "It's difficult to build a proper team with a lot of question marks."
Liverpool F.C. Spent £35m to sign Victor Munoz from Osasuna and remain in the market for another winger, with Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola among the options after the chances of landing RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande receded. The club's transfer business has been complicated by the departure of Fenway Sports Group chief Michael Edwards.
