Federico Chiesa could return to Juventus on January

Juventus are preparing for a cautious yet imaginative January transfer window. As reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport, the club is fully aware that major spending is not an option, but the objective remains clear: strengthen the squad intelligently and set the foundations for a competitive 2026.

The positive impact of head coach Luciano Spalletti is already visible in the league standings, and at Continassa the management is eager to support a coach who has managed to reshape both the team and its mentality in just two months.

While midfield reinforcements remain the primary focus, recent meetings between Spalletti and the Juventus hierarchy have widened the discussion.

The Bianconeri are now evaluating potential improvements in other areas of the pitch, including the right flank and the attacking department. Within this context, an intriguing idea has emerged: the possibility of bringing Federico Chiesa back to Turin on loan.

Chiesa’s Return: More Than Just a Suggestion

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the idea of a “Chiesa bis” is not yet a formal negotiation, but it goes beyond a simple rumour.

Juventus are keen to add depth and versatility to their attacking options, offering Spalletti an alternative to rising star Kenan Yildiz. The Turkish number ten has been one of the team’s driving forces this season, contributing seven goals and six assists, but even he will need rest during a long campaign.

Chiesa’s profile fits perfectly. He can operate on the wing, on the right side, or even as a false nine, providing tactical flexibility.

Importantly, he would not need time to adapt, given his past with Juventus and his previous work under Spalletti with the Italian national team. The coach once famously described him as “our Sinner,” underlining his faith in the player’s potential.

Much will depend on Liverpool and on Chiesa himself. Despite starting in the latest Premier League match, the Italian international has accumulated only 392 minutes of playing time this season.

A return to Juventus would see him joining a very different squad compared to the one he left in the summer of 2024, and it could also represent the ideal path back to a central role in the national team during a World Cup year.

For now, the idea remains on the table, but the coming weeks will determine whether it evolves into something concrete.

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