Federico Chiesa is pushing for a move away from Anfield in January, according to reports in Italy, with a trio of Serie A heavyweights lining up to bring the forward back to his homeland. Inter Milan, Lazio and Atalanta are all said to be monitoring the 28-year-old's situation, and the noises out of Calciomercato suggest Chiesa himself is open to cutting his stay on Merseyside short.

The Italian arrived at Liverpool with considerable expectation after his time at Juventus, but consistent minutes have proved elusive at Anfield. With his contract situation and a lack of regular game time, a January return to Serie A is increasingly looking like a logical outcome for all parties.

Haaland Saga Points Towards Barcelona

Elsewhere, the Erling Haaland storyline rumbles on. Teamtalk report that while Arsenal have the financial firepower to pull off a deal for the Manchester City striker, the 26-year-old Norway international is more likely to end up at Barcelona than the Emirates should he depart the Etihad. The market has long priced Arsenal as potential suitors, but the noises are now pointing firmly in a different direction.

Kayode on Juventus' Radar

Brentford right-back Michael Kayode is attracting serious attention from Juventus, with Gazzetta dello Sport reporting that the Turin club remain keen on the 22-year-old Italian. Kayode has made steady progress in west London and has caught the eye of the Bianconeri, who see him as a long-term option at right-back. Whether Brentford would entertain a January approach for a player they rate highly is another matter entirely.

Mitoma Monitored by Spurs and Liverpool

Brighton's Kaoru Mitoma is attracting interest from both Tottenham and Liverpool ahead of a potential January window move, per Teamtalk. The Japanese winger, 29, is out of contract next summer, which puts Brighton in a difficult position — sell in January for a fee or risk losing him for nothing at the end of the season. Both clubs are keeping a close eye on how that situation develops.

Olmo Staying Put, Mora Looks Elsewhere

Barcelona forward Dani Olmo, 28, is not interested in leaving the Nou Camp despite reported interest from Arsenal, Chelsea and clubs in the Saudi Pro-League, according to Caughtoffside. The Spanish international appears settled under current management.

On the younger end of the market, 17-year-old Mexican attacking midfielder Gilberto Mora is said to prefer Real Madrid or Barcelona over Liverpool if he departs Club Tijuana next year, according to Football Insider. Liverpool are believed to have shown interest, but face an uphill task persuading the teenager to choose Anfield over either of those Spanish giants.

Guardiola Returns to the Etihad

Finally, Pep Guardiola is reportedly planning to attend Manchester City's Champions League fixture against Paris Saint-Germain on 14 October in a show of solidarity with his former club during a turbulent period. The ex-City boss, who left the Etihad at the end of last season, is said to want to demonstrate support as the club navigate ongoing scrutiny.

  • Chiesa (Liverpool) — Inter Milan, Lazio, Atalanta interested; January exit possible
  • Haaland (Man City) — Barcelona preferred destination over Arsenal
  • Kayode (Brentford) — Juventus keen on the 22-year-old right-back
  • Mitoma (Brighton) — Tottenham and Liverpool monitoring ahead of contract expiry
  • Olmo (Barcelona) — Not looking to leave despite Premier League links

Frequently asked

Why is Federico Chiesa leaving Liverpool?
Reports from Italy suggest Chiesa is ready to leave Anfield in January due to a lack of regular first-team football. Inter Milan, Lazio and Atalanta are all said to be interested in bringing the 28-year-old back to Serie A.
Is Erling Haaland joining Arsenal?
According to Teamtalk, Arsenal have the finances to sign Haaland from Manchester City, but the Norway striker is reportedly more likely to join Barcelona than the Gunners if he does leave the Etihad.
Is Kaoru Mitoma leaving Brighton in January?
Mitoma is out of contract at Brighton next summer, and both Tottenham and Liverpool are said to be monitoring him ahead of a potential January move. Brighton face a decision on whether to sell now or risk losing him on a free.