Liverpool set clear Chiesa terms after intriguing Juventus approach

Originally posted on Football Italia | By Susy Campanale | Last updated Jan 5, 2026 12:43 PM ET

More details are emerging on the negotiations between Juventus and Liverpool for Federico Chiesa, as some important restrictions are put in place.

Multiple sources in Italy this morning suggested the surprising talks to bring Chiesa back to Turin, just 18 months after he was pushed out of the club.

That was because his contract was running down and Juve refused to maintain the huge salary, especially with his terrible injury record.

Chiesa open to Serie A return

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – AUGUST 15: Federico Chiesa of Liverpool celebrates scoring his team’s third goal during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Bournemouth at Anfield on August 15, 2025 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

He was sold to Liverpool for around €15m, but has struggled for playing time there too and is eager for a return to Serie A so he can win back his place in the Italy squad.

Sky Sport Italia now claim that while there has been an approach from Juventus, it was only for a loan deal with possible option to buy.

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)

This was in turn rejected by Liverpool, who are only prepared to consider a permanent sale for the winger.

That is not just a warning for Juventus, but also any other interested clubs in Italy who were only after a loan, such as Milan, Roma and Napoli.

This article first appeared on Football Italia and was syndicated with permission.

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