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“Impact” Liverpool forward eyeing January exit amid concerns over playing time

Liverpool have made an unbeaten start to the 2026/27 season under Andoni Iraola, but their performances have left plenty to be desired.

The Reds have drawn 2-2 with Newcastle Unitewd and Nottingham Forest while beating newly promoted Ipswich Town 2-0.

One player yet to feature this season could now be considering his future at Anfield.

Chiesa To Leave Liverpool In January

Federico Chiesa is reportedly prepared to leave Liverpool in January if he cannot establish himself in Iraola’s plans.

The Italian is currently recovering from a muscle injury but is expected to return to training during the upcoming international break. He was also left out of Liverpool’s Champions League squad for a second consecutive season.

Chiesa struggled for regular opportunities under Arne Slot last term, starting just one Premier League match. The former Liverpool boss previously praised him as an “impact” player.

Competition has since increased with the arrivals of Bradley Barcola and Victor Muñoz, although Chiesa could have a clearer route into the team following Mohamed Salah’s departure.

Football Insider reports that the 28-year-old will consider his options in January if regular minutes remain difficult to find.

Barnaby Lane is a highly experienced sports writer who has written for The Times, FourFourTwo Magazine, Sports Illustrated, TalkSPORT, and Business Insider. Over the years, he's had the pleasure of interviewing some of the biggest names in world sport, including Usain Bolt, Rafael Nadal, Christian Pulisic, and more.

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