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Federico Chiesa : “Return to Juve? Never say never”

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1 year ago

June 3, 2025

“Never say never.” That’s what Federico Chiesa said about the possibility of returning to Juventus in an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport:

“Leaving? I was never offered a contract extension. There had been some talks about discussing it after the Euros, but no one followed up.

“When I came back from vacation and my wedding. And I spoke immediately with Thiago Motta, who told me clearly: ‘You’re not part of the project, look for a new team.’ Still, I have great affection for Juventus and the fans.”

Chiesa’s stats at Juventus and detail transfer to Liverpool

Federico Chiesa’s spell at Juventus was a mix of early brilliance and unfortunate setbacks. He arrived in Turin in October 2020 on a two-year loan deal from Fiorentina, quickly establishing himself as a key figure in the squad.

Over the course of his Juventus career, Chiesa featured in 131 matches, tallying 32 goals and 20 assists across all competitions. One of his standout moments came in the 2021 Coppa Italia final, where he scored the winning goal against Atalanta.

However, his progress was interrupted by a serious ACL injury in January 2022 sidelining him for nearly 10 months and hampering his momentum upon return.

Despite this, Chiesa showed resilience. And making 37 appearances and netting 10 goals during the 2023–24 season—his busiest domestic campaign with the club.

In the summer of 2024, the Italian winger completed a move to Liverpool. The Merseyside club secured his services for an initial £10 million, with possible add-ons taking the total fee up to £12.5 million.

Chiesa agreed to a four-year deal, keeping his salary consistent with what he earned at Juventus. The transfer was partly driven by Juventus’s desire to reduce their wage bill and avoid losing him on a free transfer in 2025.

Chiesa expressed genuine excitement about joining Liverpool, saying: “I’m thrilled to be part of this club. When Richard Hughes and the coach reached out, I didn’t hesitate. I know the club’s legacy and what it means to the supporters.”

Since arriving at Anfield, Chiesa’s impact has been limited due to form and fitness issues. He has made 14 appearances, scoring twice. Despite a slow start, he marked his debut with a goal in a 4-0 FA Cup win over Accrington Stanley.