Federico Chiesa is pushing to leave Liverpool as early as January, with Inter Milan, Lazio and Atalanta all understood to be monitoring the situation, according to reports in Italy. The 28-year-old forward, who arrived at Anfield last summer, has struggled to cement a regular starting berth under Arne Slot, and the noises out of Milan suggest a return to Serie A could be on the cards before the winter window closes.
A Serie A homecoming in the offing?
Calciomercato report that all three clubs have registered an interest, with Chiesa himself apparently open to cutting short his Merseyside spell. Whether Liverpool would sanction a January departure — permanently or on loan — remains to be seen, but the player's readiness to move is the significant development here. At 28, he is entering what should be the peak years of his career and will be keen for consistent football ahead of a busy international calendar.
Haaland to Barcelona, not Arsenal
Elsewhere in Saturday's gossip, the perennial Erling Haaland transfer carousel keeps spinning. Teamtalk suggest that while Arsenal do possess the financial firepower to fund a deal for the Manchester City striker, the 26-year-old Norway international would favour a move to Barcelona over the Emirates if he were to leave the Etihad. The market will take note, though City show no public indication of selling their talisman any time soon.
Kayode wanted by Juventus
Brentford right-back Michael Kayode is attracting serious attention from Juventus, according to Gazzetta dello Sport. The 22-year-old Italian has impressed in the Premier League since joining the Bees, and the Turin giants are reportedly keen to bring him back to Serie A. Brentford will be reluctant to lose a player of his age and potential midseason, but Juventus are expected to test that resolve.
Mitoma on Spurs and Liverpool radar
Brighton winger Kaoru Mitoma is being monitored by both Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool ahead of a possible January approach, per Teamtalk. The Japan international, 29, is out of contract at the Amex next summer, which puts Brighton in a difficult negotiating position. Both north London and Merseyside will be watching closely to see whether the Seagulls can agree an extension or whether Mitoma becomes available at a cut price in the New Year.
Dani Olmo staying put
Barcelona forward Dani Olmo is not looking for a way out of the Nou Camp despite reported interest from Arsenal, Chelsea and clubs in the Saudi Pro League, according to Caughtoffside. The 28-year-old Spain international is said to be settled in Catalonia and sees his future there — useful information for any Premier League club that may have been quietly testing the waters.
Guardiola to attend City's UCL clash with PSG
On a notable off-field note, former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is reportedly planning to attend the club's Champions League fixture against Paris Saint-Germain on 14 October. According to the Express, Guardiola's attendance is intended as a show of solidarity with his former club during a turbulent period. It would be a significant gesture from the Catalan coach, who led City to their historic treble before departing the Etihad.
Frequently asked
- Why does Federico Chiesa want to leave Liverpool?
- According to Italian outlet Calciomercato, Chiesa is ready to leave Anfield in January, reportedly due to a lack of regular playing time under manager Arne Slot. Inter Milan, Lazio and Atalanta are said to be interested in signing him.
- Is Erling Haaland moving to Arsenal?
- Reports suggest Arsenal have the finances to sign Haaland from Manchester City, but Teamtalk indicate the 26-year-old would prefer a move to Barcelona over the Gunners if he were to leave the Etihad.
- Which clubs are interested in Kaoru Mitoma in January?
- Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool are both said to be monitoring Brighton's Kaoru Mitoma, who is out of contract at the end of the season. A January move is possible if Brighton cannot agree a new deal with the Japan winger.