BREAKING NEWS: Liverpool announce devastating news for the fans before the AC Milan clash.
Liverpool have officially revealed their 23-man squad for the upcoming Champions League clash against AC Milan at the San Siro, with Italian winger Federico Chiesa included in the lineup. This announcement came via the club’s official X (formerly Twitter) account following Chiesa’s participation in the senior team’s training session earlier in the day.
Chiesa, formerly a key player for Juventus, has yet to make his debut for Arne Slot’s Liverpool side, a team already boasting remarkable depth in their attacking options. With stars like Mohamed Salah, Luis Díaz, Darwin Núñez, and Cody Gakpo, the Merseysiders have an embarrassment of riches in the forward department, which has kept the 26-year-old winger waiting for his chance to shine on the pitch.
Liverpool will be eager to bounce back after their disappointing Premier League performance over the weekend, where they suffered a surprising setback against Nuno Espirito Santo’s Nottingham Forest. The team is looking to put that defeat behind them and regain momentum in this crucial European fixture.
As for Chiesa, the big question remains: will he make his long-awaited debut at the San Siro? While there’s always the possibility of surprises in team selection, especially in such a high-profile match, it might still be too early to see the Italian star in a starting role. Given the importance of the game and the competition for places, it seems more likely that Chiesa may have to settle for a cameo appearance off the bench, possibly getting a few minutes to begin integrating himself into the squad. If he does feature, it could serve as a tantalizing preview of what he might offer Liverpool in future games.
On the other side, AC Milan’s new boss, Paulo Fonseca, has had a tough start to his tenure with the Rossoneri. In their opening four Serie A games, Milan has managed just one win, two draws, and one defeat, leaving them stuck in mid-table with a meager five points. This poor run of form has put extra pressure on Fonseca, and Liverpool will be looking to take full advantage of Milan’s struggles.
Despite the daunting atmosphere of the iconic San Siro stadium, this fixture presents an opportunity for Liverpool to capitalize on Milan’s vulnerabilities. Coming off their disappointing weekend performance, the Reds will be motivated to make a statement in Europe. If they can put in a strong display, it could turn into another difficult outing for Fonseca and his squad, further compounding their problems.
Liverpool’s traveling squad includes many of their key players, providing a wealth of talent for manager Arne Slot to choose from. The squad list features regulars such as goalkeeper Alisson Becker, defenders Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konaté, and Andy Robertson, as well as midfielders Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister. In attack, the likes of Mohamed Salah, Darwin Núñez, Cody Gakpo, Diogo Jota, and the newly included Chiesa provide plenty of firepower.
While Chiesa’s debut remains uncertain, fans will be eager to see whether Slot gives the Italian a chance to impress on the European stage. With Liverpool’s forward line already stacked with talent, competition for places will be fierce, and the Italian international may need to seize every opportunity he gets, even if it’s a brief one, to make his mark in the squad.
The full list of Liverpool’s 23-man squad traveling to Italy includes:
– Alisson Becker
– Joe Gomez
– Wataru Endo
– Virgil van Dijk
– Ibrahima Konaté
– Luis Díaz
– Dominik Szoboszlai
– Darwin Núñez
– Alexis Mac Allister
– Mohamed Salah
– Federico Chiesa
– Curtis Jones
– Cody Gakpo
– Diogo Jota
– Kostas Tsimikas
– Andy Robertson
– Ryan Gravenberch
– Vitezslav Jaros
– Caoimhín Kelleher
– Trent Alexander-Arnold
– Jarell Quansah
– Tyler Morton
– Conor Bradley
As the anticipation builds ahead of this Champions League encounter, all eyes will be on Arne Slot’s team selection and whether or not Chiesa gets the chance to make his debut in one of Europe’s most prestigious competitions. With Milan struggling and Liverpool hungry to make up for their recent slip-up, this match promises to be a compelling showdown at the historic San Siro.
