# Federico Chiesa commits to fight for place under new Liverpool boss iraola

- URL: https://apitofinal.pt/en/internacional-en/federico-chiesa-commits-to-fight-for-place-under-new-liverpool-boss-iraola/
- Published: 2026-07-26T18:08:30+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-20T15:32:17+00:00
- Publisher: Apito Final (apitofinal.pt)
- Section: Internacional
- Tags: Andoni Iraola, Federico Chiesa, football, Liverpool FC, Premier League, soccer

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Federico Chiesa is determined to secure his future at Liverpool, signaling a fierce commitment to reclaiming his place under new manager Andoni Iraola. Despite a challenging spell marked by limited game time and recurring fitness issues, the 28-year-old winger is ready to fight for his role in the squad.

Chiesa’s Liverpool tenure has been a rollercoaster, highlighted by flashes of brilliance but hampered by inconsistency. Last season, he made only 26 Premier League appearances, starting just once and clocking a mere 318 minutes on the pitch. During that time, he managed to score two goals and provide a single assist, underscoring his struggle for regular involvement.

The arrival of Iraola, who takes over from Arne Slot—the Premier League-winning boss—presents Chiesa with a fresh opportunity to establish himself as a key player. Speaking candidly about his ambitions, Chiesa expressed his unwavering loyalty and desire to contribute more significantly to Liverpool’s campaign. “Right now, at the moment, I am happy here at Liverpool,” he declared. “I love the club, I love the fans, I love everything. I am doing the best I can to have a chance here and then we will see. At the minute, the only thing I am thinking about is Liverpool.”

Acknowledging the repeated resets in his Liverpool journey, Chiesa remained undeterred: “It is always a fresh start at the beginning of the year. Maybe there have been too many fresh starts, but I don’t care. I am trying to do my best for this new manager.” Reflecting on last season, he admitted that despite feeling prepared for a larger role, playing time ultimately came down to the coach’s tactical choices. “The gaffer had his game plans, he took his decisions, I have nothing to say about that,” Chiesa said. “This year, let us say it is a new chapter. There is a new manager and I have to focus on that.”

Chiesa’s resolve to fight for his place signals a critical turning point in his Liverpool career, as he seeks to transform fleeting promise into sustained impact under Iraola’s leadership.