August 30th 2024.
Liverpool's newest addition, Federico Chiesa, was officially unveiled as a player for the club on Wednesday. Fans and media alike were buzzing with excitement as the Italy international arrived at Anfield in a bargain deal from Juventus, worth just £10m with an additional £2.5m in add-ons. With 51 caps for his country and a standout performance in Italy's Euro 2020 victory, Chiesa's arrival was met with high expectations.
However, some concerns were raised about the 26-year-old's injury record. Liverpool manager Arne Slot was quick to dismiss these concerns, but also revealed that Chiesa is unlikely to make his debut for the club this weekend against Manchester United. The forward has had some fitness issues in the past, most notably a serious ACL injury in 2022 that kept him out for the majority of the year. But despite this setback, Chiesa still managed to make 37 appearances for Juve last season and scored 10 goals.
Slot reassured fans that Chiesa's injury record is not a major concern for the club, as they have a strong performance staff to support him. He also pointed out that even if the winger does have any fitness issues, the team has enough depth to cover for him. "Wouldn't be the first time that English media over-exaggerated," Slot joked about Chiesa's injury record. "For the rest, I think they were minor injuries like every other player. We have a lot of trust in our performance staff."
Despite Chiesa being available to play, Slot has decided not to include him in the squad for their upcoming game against Manchester United. The manager explained that the forward has not had much of a pre-season, and it is more likely that he will not be in the squad for this weekend's game. However, Slot also acknowledged that injuries can happen, and there is a possibility that Chiesa may be needed for the game.
Since taking over as Liverpool's manager, Slot has won his first two Premier League games. When asked about Chiesa's arrival, he expressed his excitement and the importance of bringing in players who share the team's culture and work ethic. "One of the best things about working here is the culture of this team," Slot said. "It's really important that the first player we bring in has the same attitude and culture. He works really hard on and off the pitch to try to get the best out of him."
Slot also praised Chiesa's versatility, as he can play on both wings and even in the middle. However, the manager also noted that they will need to take care of him in the beginning as he has not trained for the past two weeks. But with a strong performance staff, they are confident in building him up in the right way and showcasing his quality in the near future.
As Liverpool prepares to face Manchester United this weekend, the team is eager to continue their winning streak and maintain their strong start to the season. And with Chiesa now a part of the squad, the club's future looks even brighter. Fans can't wait to see the talented forward in action and see how he will contribute to the team's success.
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