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Federico Chiesa talks held as Liverpool star told what he must do to reclaim place in squad

Italy manager Roberto Mancini has held talks with Liverpool forward Federico Chiesa…

By Theo Squires · Liverpool Echo

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 6:00 AM

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Italy manager Roberto Mancini confirmed he held talks with Federico Chiesa regarding an international recall.
Mancini stated Chiesa must regain his fitness and shape before returning to the Italy squad.
Chiesa has made only one substitute appearance for Liverpool this season under head coach Andoni Iraola.

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Italy manager Roberto Mancini has held talks with Liverpool forward Federico Chiesa, stating that the winger must regain full fitness to earn an international recall. Chiesa has struggled for playing time at Anfield this season, making just one brief substitute appearance in a 3-0 Premier League defeat against Manchester City.

The 29-year-old forward missed the start of the season with a back injury and was excluded from Liverpool's Champions League squad by head coach Andoni Iraola. Despite limited opportunities at club level, Mancini remains confident that Chiesa can return to the national team once he gets back into shape.

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