Liverpool has officially agreed to sign Italian international Federico Chiesa from Juventus for a fee of £10-13 million (€12-15 million) plus add-ons. The 26-year-old winger is set to undergo a medical in Liverpool before signing a four-year contract, with personal terms already agreed.Chiesa expressed mixed emotions about the move, saying, ‘I’m extremely happy and ready for this new adventure. I wanted to say goodbye to the Juventus fans. Thank you for the affection over these years, I’ll keep you in my heart’. He added, ‘It’s sad but I’m really happy for this new adventure. I and my family can’t wait’.During his time at Juventus, Chiesa made 131 appearances, scoring 32 goals and providing 23 assists. He was a key player in Italy’s Euro 2020 victory and continued to perform well in the 2024 edition. His availability at a bargain price was due to having only a year left on his contract and being left out of new Juventus coach Thiago Motta’s plans.For Liverpool, Chiesa’s arrival adds depth to an already impressive attacking lineup that includes Mohamed Salah, Luis Díaz, Darwin Núñez, and Diogo Jota. Manager Arne Slot sees Chiesa as a versatile option, capable of playing as both a winger and a striker.Meanwhile, Juventus is reportedly close to securing Jadon Sancho from Manchester United as Chiesa’s replacement. The Italian club is in advanced negotiations for a loan deal with an option to buy, looking to reinvest the funds from Chiesa’s sale.
Key points
- Liverpool has agreed to sign Federico Chiesa from Juventus for £10-13 million plus add-ons.
- Chiesa will sign a four-year contract with Liverpool after completing his medical.
- Chiesa expressed excitement about joining Liverpool while thanking Juventus fans for their support.
- Juventus is in advanced negotiations to sign Jadon Sancho from Manchester United as Chiesa’s replacement.
Contradictions👾There are slight discrepancies in the reported transfer fee, with some sources citing £10 million and others mentioning up to £13 million (€15 million).
