"Since joining Liverpool Football Club last summer, Federico Chiesa has been a topic of debate amongst local and global fans alike. The 2024/25 season saw the Italian mostly confined to the bench as his first few months at Anfield were spent getting back to match fitness following some niggling injuries."
"Chiesa says "No" Italy national team manager Gennaro Gattuso confirmed that Liverpool's No. 14 had rejected the call-up for November internationals against Moldova and Norway. Speaking to Mail Sport, the Italian legend would not dive too deeply into the conversation that took place between the two. "I often talk to him. We have to respect the decisions and problems that each of us has. We know well what we tell each other, and I must respect what the player tells me. I can't say anything else." Gennaro Gattuso on Chiesa via Mail Sport"
"Without having further information and details, one could only speculate as to why a now seemingly fit Chiesa might have rejected the chance to return to the Italy setup for the first time since making the move to the Reds. From a club perspective, it's probably a win-win scenario. If Chiesa gets the call and joins up with the national team and gets substantial minutes, then great, he secured vital match fitness."
Federico Chiesa joined Liverpool last summer and has struggled for consistent minutes while recovering from niggling injuries. The 2024/25 season saw him mainly on the bench, with appearances only slightly increased and a peripheral role under Arne Slot. Reduced club game time has diminished his Italy opportunities. Gennaro Gattuso confirmed Chiesa rejected a November call-up for matches against Moldova and Norway and declined to elaborate. Staying at Liverpool removes international travel and lessens injury risk while allowing focused recovery and efforts to regain match fitness and compete for club minutes.
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