Liverpool have completed the signing of Federico Chiesa from Juventus for an initial fee of €13 million plus add-ons, according to reports.
Liverpool Complete Signing Of Federico Chiesa
Chiesa has agreed a four-year deal with the Anfield side, which will run until the summer of 2029.
Reports indicate that Federico Chiesa will fly to England later today to sort out essential paperwork and to undergo his medical tests.
According to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, the Italy international accepted Liverpool without hesitation.
Based on reports, Juventus opted to let go of Chiesa due to several factors, including injuries, financial restrictions, Thiago Motta’s assessment, and the fact that the attacker’s contract expires in the summer of 2025.
The Bianconeri didn’t want to lose him for free next summer and they sanctioned his move to Liverpool in next to no time.
Federico Chiesa joined Juventus permanently from Fiorentina for a fee of €44.6 million in July 2022, having initially moved to the Turin-based club on a two-year loan deal for a fee of €12.6 million in October 2020.
Chiesa made 131 appearances for the Italian giants, scoring 32 goals and providing 23 assists across all competitions.
The 26-year-old will be hoping to delineate brilliance at Liverpool, as they hunt for silverware this campaign.
Several individuals are claiming that the Reds signed Federico Chiesa, as a potential replacement for Mohamed Salah, whose contract with the club ends in June 2025.
Who Is Federico Chiesa?
He is an Italian professional footballer who plays as a winger or forward for the national team of Italy and is on the verge of joining Liverpool.
Federico Chiesa’s Personal Information?
He was born on October 25, 1997, in Genoa, Italy, to father Enrico Chiesa, who was also a professional footballer.
Enrico played for various Serie A clubs, most notably Parma, Fiorentina, and Siena, and represented the Italy national team. Federico Chiesa’s mother’s name is Francesca and he reportedly has no siblings.
The forward is married to his long-term partner Lucia Bramani and he tied the knot with the lady on July 20, 2024.
Federico Chiesa’s Market Value And Net Worth?
His market value is €35 million according to Transfermkt, while his net worth is estimated to be between the region of €40 million – €50 million.
Federico Chiesa’s Achievements?
The Italian has won 4 trophies in his career, namely; 1 UEFA Europa League, 2 Coppa Italia, and 1 Italian Super Cup.
Individually, Chiesa was also named the best Italian player in 2021.
His Career Stats?
Federico Chiesa has made 284 appearances thus far in his career, scoring 66 goals and providing 49 assists in all competitions.
Internationally, Chiesa has made 51 appearances for Italy, scoring 7 goals and providing 8 assists.
Chiesa’s Position?
Federico Chiesa functions primarily as a left-winger, but he can also be deployed as a right-winger and as a second striker.
Clubs He Has Played For In His Career?
Federico Chiesa has played for only 2 clubs in his career, namely; Fiorentina and Juventus.
It will be fascinating to see how Chiesa will fare at Liverpool.
