A decision has been made: Liverpool star set to depart, with European giants leading the race.

Reports suggest that Federico Chiesa is set to leave Liverpool after just one season. The Italian international arrived from Juventus last summer with high expectations, but his time at Anfield has been underwhelming. Limited playing time and difficulty adapting to the Premier League appear to be key factors behind the decision.

According to Calciomercato, Liverpool are prepared to part ways with Chiesa, and Napoli are currently leading the race to sign him. Napoli’s manager, Antonio Conte, is reportedly a big admirer of the former Juventus star, having previously targeted players like Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho.

Chiesa’s departure could be part of a larger overhaul in Liverpool’s attack, as there are doubts about Luis Diaz’s future amid reported interest from Barcelona. Additionally, Mohamed Salah is approaching the end of his contract and could leave on a free transfer.

Losing Chiesa, Diaz, and Salah in one window would be a major setback for Liverpool, making it a significant challenge for the club to rebuild their attacking options effectively ahead of next season.