Juventus confirm Federico Chiesa exit - Manchester United and Arsenal to make a move?

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Juventus coach Thiago Motta has confirmed that Juventus will sell Federico Chiesa, Tiago Djalo, and Nicolussi Caviglia in this transfer window.

"The decision has been made," he stated clearly. The trio was absent from the squad for the 2-2 friendly draw against Brest at Stadio Adriatico in Pescara, where Dusan Vlahovic and Danilo scored.

"Chiesa is out for transfer reasons, the same as the others who were left behind, other than Fabio Miretti who is injured," Thiago Motta told Sky Sport Italia.

"We have been very clear with them. They are talented but must find other options where they will get more playing time. For Chiesa and the others, the decision has been made."

Juventus pushing Chiesa out

While Tiago Djalo and Nicolussi Caviglia are likely to be loaned out for experience, Chiesa's situation is different. His contract ends in June 2025, so Juventus wants to sell him this summer to avoid losing him for free later. Despite lowering his asking price to €20m, no clubs have shown serious interest.

Roma initially showed interest but chose to invest in Matias Soulé instead when they hesitated on Chiesa. Other clubs like Liverpool, Napoli, Manchester United, Arsenal, and Newcastle United have been linked but haven't made formal offers.

Will Manchester United or Arsenal go for Federico Chiesa?

With Federico Chiesa now available in the transfer market, Arsenal and Man United can be two clubs who may look to give the forward a fresh opportunity. The 26-year-old can be a good prospect at Man United as his presence, physicality will give them another dimension. Also, the injury to Rasmus Hojlund means Chiesa can give them an extra option.

For Arsenal, Chiesa can be roped in as they don't have a proper striker in the team. Kai Havertz was used last season as false 9, while the likes of Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah do not have a huge pedigree as proper strikers. If the North London club attempts to sign Chiesa, it will be the second Italian to join them after Riccardo Calafiori signed from Bologna.