Chiesa reaffirms Liverpool commitment amid managerial transition

Liverpool forward Federico Chiesa has publicly dismissed ongoing transfer speculation, stating he is content at the club and fully committed to the new managerial chapter under Andoni Iraola. The comments were made to reporters following Liverpool’s 4-2 friendly victory over Sunderland, which marked the first competitive fixture of Iraola’s tenure.

Chiesa, who joined the club from Juventus in 2024 in a deal valued at £12.5 million, has made 50 appearances for Liverpool, scoring five goals across all competitions. However, his playing time under former manager Arne Slot was limited, with the Italian forward starting only one Premier League match during his two seasons at Anfield.

Despite the lack of consistent game time, Chiesa emphasised his affection for the institution. "Right now, at the moment, I am happy here at Liverpool. I love the club, I love the fans, I love everything," he told the press. He added that his immediate priority is securing a place in the squad under the new boss, noting that he is "doing the best I can to have a chance here."

The forward’s stance contrasts with comments he made in June to La Gazzetta dello Sport, where he indicated that a lack of consistency in the Premier League might force him to look elsewhere. Chiesa acknowledged the shift in management dynamics, describing the current period as a "new chapter" and a "fresh start" under Iraola, who was appointed in June following Slot’s dismissal.

Chiesa also addressed the frequency of managerial changes, admitting there have been "too many fresh starts" but dismissing concerns about instability. He stated that he is focusing entirely on the present, aiming to do his best for the new manager after feeling ready for a bigger role under Slot’s previous game plans. He remains contracted to Liverpool until 2028.