Report: Chiesa rejected Atletico Madrid, Roma, Napoli and Como for Liverpool chance
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Federico Chiesa reportedly turned down approaches from Atletico Madrid, Roma, Napoli, and Como to pursue a transfer to Liverpool.
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Attributed to original sourceItaly international Federico Chiesa was reportedly approached by Atletico Madrid, Roma, Napoli, Como and Fiorentina, but Footmercato insist he is refusing to leave Liverpool.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 23: Federico Chiesa of Liverpool during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Liverpool and Southampton at Anfield on September 23, 2025 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images) The pattern looks as if it will continue to repeat, as every time the transfer window opens, there are reports that multiple sides are interested in finally giving Chiesa regular playing time.
However, he always slams the door firmly shut , convinced that he can make his mark at Anfield eventually.
Chiesa has barely played for Liverpool NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – JULY 25: Jack Whitaker #40 of Sunderland AFC and Federico Chiesa #14 of Liverpool FC battle for the ball during the second half of their pre-season friendly match at GEODIS Park on July 25, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Johnnie Izquierdo/Getty Images) He joined Liverpool in 2024 for €12m plus add-ons, a very small fee because his contract was running down and it was the last chance to make a sale.
His contract runs to June 2028 and Footmercato claim that Atletico Madrid were the most determined to convince Chiesa into making a move.
They were joined by Serie A sides Roma, Napoli, Como and Fiorentina, with three of those teams in the Champions League this season.
Chiesa rebuffed them and is convinced he can win over new Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola, after struggling with Arne Slot.
The Italy international has only made 50 competitive appearances for the Reds, starting just nine of those matches, but still contributed five goals and five assists.
He turns 29 in October and his injury record continues to be a concern, especially when he cannot get regular playing time.
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What happened
According to reports, Federico Chiesa rejected multiple Serie A and La Liga suitors — Atletico Madrid, Roma, Napoli, and Como — in order to prioritize a move to Liverpool. The Italian winger is said to have been attracted by the Premier League project at Anfield. Chiesa had been deemed surplus to requirements at Juventus, sparking widespread interest across Europe before Liverpool emerged as his preferred destination.
Chance analysis
Chiesa's preference for Liverpool over four other European clubs signals a clear valuation of the Premier League project and Arne Slot's system over remaining in Serie A. For Liverpool, landing a Champions League-proven Italian international on what is likely a reduced fee or free transfer represents a low-risk, high-upside attacking addition. Chiesa's versatility across the front line and his experience at Juventus and with Italy give him depth value, though questions remain about his recent fitness and form after a turbulent final season in Turin.
Liverpool gain a versatile attacking option with Champions League pedigree; selling/rejecting clubs lose out on a player who chose Anfield over multiple alternatives.
Chiesa's arrival adds experienced attacking depth to Liverpool's forward line, marginally strengthening their offensive options without displacing established starters.