Federico Chiesa’s future at Liverpool remains unresolved, with the Italian winger unwilling to make any firm decision before consulting new head coach Andoni Iraola.

Reports from Italy suggest the 28-year-old wants to understand his role at Anfield before choosing between staying or pushing for a summer departure.

Chiesa joined Liverpool from Juventus in 2024 carrying a strong reputation built on pace, direct running and versatility across the front line.

However, his first spell at the club fell well short of expectations, hampered by injuries, tactical limitations and a persistent lack of regular opportunities.

He started just one Premier League game last season and was used only sparingly under former head coach Arne Slot throughout his time at the club.

A potential January exit was reportedly blocked by Liverpool themselves, who were short of attacking options at the time and could not afford to let him leave.

Liverpool have since confirmed Andoni Iraola as their new head coach on a two-year deal following Slot’s dismissal, with the club drawn to his aggressive, high-energy style of football.

Iraola’s arrival from Bournemouth signals a significant shift in the club’s direction, and that change in philosophy could prove decisive in shaping Chiesa’s future one way or another.

Chiesa reportedly wants to use the pre-season period to assess what Iraola has planned before committing to any major decision about his career.

That approach is entirely reasonable, given that a new manager always brings fresh tactical ideas and a different view of the squad he has inherited.

Chiesa’s attributes, particularly his pace and ability to operate across the attacking line, could actually suit an intense pressing system very well.

However, Liverpool must also be clear-eyed about the situation, as Chiesa is 28 and needs consistent minutes rather than sporadic appearances off the bench.

Keeping an unhappy player as a fringe option would serve neither the club nor the individual, regardless of how talented that player remains.

A return to Italy has been mentioned as a possibility should regular football not be available to him in the Premier League next season.

Liverpool should give Chiesa a genuine pre-season opportunity under Iraola before reaching any final conclusion about whether his future lies at Anfield.

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