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Chiesa Eyes Serie A Return as Inter, Lazio, Atalanta Watch

Federico Chiesa, the Italian winger who has struggled for playing time at Liverpool, is reportedly on the radar of three Serie A clubs - Inter Milan, Atalanta, and Lazio - who could pursue him in the January transfer window. The interest is driven by both domestic and international considerations, as the 24‑year‑old has not been selected by new England manager Roberto Mancini for recent fixtures and would need regular minutes to remain in contention for the national team ahead of the 2028 qualifiers. Inter, already loaded with attacking options, would add depth; Atalanta, known for reviving players in his position, could offer a platform for a comeback; Lazio, enjoying a strong start under Gennaro Gattuso, has built a settled front line that could accommodate him. No formal negotiations are underway, and the outcome will hinge on Liverpool’s willingness to release him mid‑season. If the move materialises, Chiesa would return to Serie A in January and could re‑enter Italy’s plans for the coming international cycle.

· Football Italia

The essential points

  1. 01Chiesa, 24, has limited playing time at Liverpool, prompting interest from Inter, Atalanta, and Lazio for a January move.
  2. 02The clubs view the transfer as a way to strengthen their attack, with Inter seeking depth, Atalanta aiming to revive his form, and Lazio fitting his style.
  3. 03Chiesa’s regular minutes would keep him in contention for Italy’s squad ahead of 2028 qualifiers, as he has not featured under Mancini.
  4. 04No negotiations are confirmed, and Liverpool’s decision to let him go mid‑season will determine whether the Serie A return materialises.
The full brief

Federico Chiesa, the Italian winger who has struggled for playing time at Liverpool, is reportedly on the radar of three Serie A clubs - Inter Milan, Atalanta, and Lazio - who could pursue him in the January transfer window. The interest is driven by both domestic and international considerations, as the 24‑year‑old has not been selected by new England manager Roberto Mancini for recent fixtures and would need regular minutes to remain in contention for the national team ahead of the 2028 qualifiers. Inter, already loaded with attacking options, would add depth; Atalanta, known for reviving players in his position, could offer a platform for a comeback; Lazio, enjoying a strong start under Gennaro Gattuso, has built a settled front line that could accommodate him.

No formal negotiations are underway, and the outcome will hinge on Liverpool’s willingness to release him mid‑season. If the move materialises, Chiesa would return to Serie A in January and could re‑enter Italy’s plans for the coming international cycle.