Liverpool fans are left deeply concerned after Arne Slot’s latest comments cast doubt on Federico Chiesa’s future at Anfield.
Liverpool fans are left deeply worried after Arne Slot’s latest revelation about Federico Chiesa.
Since joining Liverpool, Chiesa has featured in just five matches, including Saturday’s FA Cup encounter with Accrington Stanley.
Liverpool fans are growing increasingly concerned following manager Arne Slot’s update on Federico Chiesa, especially after his promising performance against Accrington Stanley.
The Italian winger, who joined the Reds from Juventus in the summer, has made just four appearances for his new team.
After making his first start for Liverpool in a Carabao Cup match against West Ham, Chiesa suffered a muscle injury and has since been sidelined for three months.
Chiesa’s most recent appearance came last month, when he played 45 minutes against Southampton in the Carabao Cup. He has also been included on Liverpool’s bench for three of their last four matches.
Chiesa continued his run of being named on the bench for the FA Cup third-round match against Accrington Stanley, making it four bench appearances in five games. However, many Liverpool fans were hoping to see him start, believing it would help him regain match fitness. Instead, Slot chose to start 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha on the left wing, leaving Chiesa once again to watch from the substitutes’ bench.
Chiesa did make an impact as a second-half substitute at Anfield, impressing fans and even scoring in Liverpool’s 4-0 win. However, manager Arne Slot’s comments before the match raised concerns among Reds supporters about Chiesa’s future at the club.
Slot remarked, “It’s not just about Federico in terms of playing time; it’s about others as well. We’ll see in the coming weeks and months if he’s able to help us, as things are going to get even more intense.” This left fans questioning whether Chiesa would play a significant role going forward.
Slot’s comments have fueled speculation that Chiesa could leave Liverpool as soon as January. However, following his impressive cameo against Accrington, fans are now urging the manager to keep the winger at Anfield, hoping he can contribute more to the team’s success.
One fan wrote, “Slot really should trust Chiesa more now. He’d do even better with better players around him. He can play on both sides, not just backing up Mo.”
Another added, “I’m so happy for Chiesa with that goal. Hope Slot gives him more opportunities to play.”
A third fan commented, “Wow, what a strike from Chiesa! Give him more game time.”
A fourth fan argued, “Chiesa does more than Nunez and still doesn’t get a game.”
A fifth fan stated, “Chiesa was great! He deserves to be playing more!”