Liverpool are preparing to make a major splash in the summer transfer window, with new head coach Arne Slot identifying two high-profile Serie A stars as primary targets to bolster his attacking options.
According to reports, the Merseyside club is plotting an ambitious double swoop for AC Milan's dynamic English midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Juventus' elusive Italian winger Federico Chiesa. This move signals a clear intent from the Anfield hierarchy to back their new manager with significant investment.
Addressing the Post-Salah Era
The potential acquisitions are viewed as a strategic response to the looming uncertainty surrounding Mohamed Salah's future. With the Egyptian superstar entering the final year of his contract and attracting strong interest from the Saudi Pro League, Liverpool are proactively seeking to future-proof their frontline.
Chiesa, 26, is seen as a player capable of injecting directness, pace, and goal threat from the wide areas. Despite a slightly underwhelming season by his own high standards, his proven quality and experience at the highest level make him an attractive proposition for Slot's system.
Loftus-Cheek's Stunning Serie A Form
Meanwhile, Ruben Loftus-Cheek has been a revelation since his move to AC Milan from Chelsea last summer. The powerful midfielder has enjoyed the most prolific season of his career, netting ten goals from his advanced role under Stefano Pioli.
His physicality, technical ability, and knack for arriving in the box would offer Liverpool a different dimension in midfield, providing a potent goal threat from the centre of the park—an area the team has sometimes lacked in recent seasons.
Financial Hurdles and Competition
Securing both signatures will be a complex and expensive operation. Juventus value Chiesa at a minimum of £25 million, while AC Milan would demand a substantial fee for a key player like Loftus-Cheek, who still has three years remaining on his contract.
Liverpool are not alone in their admiration for Chiesa. Reports suggest he is also a target for fellow Premier League side Roma, adding a potential bidding war to the mix. The success of these moves could define the early stages of the Arne Slot era and set the tone for Liverpool's return to Champions League football.
