Report: Liverpool to rival Italian trio for services of Federico Chiesa

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Champions League winners Liverpool have Fiorentina winger Federico Chiesa on their summer wishlist, according to Tuttomercatoweb.

La Viola narrowly avoided relegation from Serie A last season and that could mean that several of the club’s stars depart in the summer.

Liverpool will face competition for the trickster. Italian champions Juventus are thought to be the frontrunners for his signature, with Inter Milan and Roma also interested.

Chiesa was almost ever-present for Fiorentina last season. He played in all but one of the club’s 38 league matches and has now attracted serious interest.

Jurgen Klopp recently allowed Daniel Sturridge to depart on a free transfer and will no go in search of some much-needed competition for his front three.

The report suggests that Inter have offered £44 million for his services.

Chiesa has a contract with Fiorentina until 2022 so he won’t be leaving on the cheap this summer.

TBR Verdict

Chiesa added to Mo Salah, Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino would give Jurgen Klopp an embarrassment of riches to play with in attack.

The Italian netted 12 goals and claimed nine assists last season, despite a campaign of struggle for Fiorentina.

The valuation does seem excessive perhaps when considering that Chiesa will only probably act as back-up to the current front three.

At 21, however, it could be an investment towards the future rather than an immediate impact.

With Liverpool looking to compete in four competitions, Klopp will need to add some strength in depth, however.

Chiesa already has 11 Italy caps to his name and he can quite clearly play.