Federico Chiesa has finally opened up about his exit from Juventus — and his words have cleared the air on a saga that’s been anything but quiet.
After a rocky first season with Liverpool, the Italian winger has revealed the real reason he left Turin and what could come next.
For fans wondering whether his move to Anfield was permanent in spirit or just a short layover, Chiesa’s comments have given a bit of both.
He’s working hard ahead of the new season under Arne Slot, but he’s also not shut the door on a possible return to Italy.
“I work every day with a Liverpool program to be at my best for the tests on July 8,” Chiesa told Gazzetta dello Sport.
That’s when Liverpool players report back for pre-season — and when Chiesa will look to prove he deserves more than the 500 minutes he got last season.
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What Federico Chiesa said about his Juventus exit?
The big revelation came when Chiesa spoke about why he had to leave Juventus in the first place.
“Thiago Motta didn’t want me there. He told me that I was not part of his plans, and should go find a team,” he said bluntly.
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It’s a rare bit of honesty in a sport filled with vague answers. And while Motta is no longer at Juventus, the damage had already been done. Chiesa moved on, landing in Liverpool in a deal that raised more eyebrows than expectations.
Despite his limited game time and a crowded attack that includes Salah, Frimpong, and possibly Wirtz, Chiesa hasn’t let go of his ambitions.
Although he still has faith in his old club, here is what he said when asked about making a Juventus return: “Juventus? I still love the club. Returning there one day? Why not...” he added.
And there’s more than club football on his mind. “I miss the blue shirt, I dream of playing in the World Cup,” he said, hoping to earn back a place in Italy’s squad after recent exclusions.
With Chiesa still fighting for a spot both in Liverpool’s starting XI and Italy’s squad, one thing’s clear — he’s not just passing time in England.
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