Barcelona Considers Juventus Star Federico Chiesa as Nico Williams Alternative

Barcelona Eyes Juventus Star Federico Chiesa as Alternative to Nico Williams

Barcelona is considering Juventus star Federico Chiesa as an alternative to Athletic Club’s Nico Williams. According to the Spanish newspaper Sport, Barcelona sees Chiesa as a backup option if they fail to secure their first choice, Nico Williams.

Thiago Motta’s Stance on Chiesa

Juventus manager Thiago Motta recently announced that Chiesa, whose contract expires in June 2025, is not in his plans. Despite interest from clubs like Roma, Napoli, Tottenham Hotspur, and Chelsea, no official offers have been made for Chiesa, with potential bids expected to be under 20 million euros.

Chiesa’s Transfer History and Current Situation

Chiesa was acquired from Fiorentina for 60 million euros. Now, Sport reports that Chiesa’s agent has contacted Barcelona, suggesting him as a viable option should Nico Williams decide to stay at Athletic Club. Although Chiesa, a star player for the Italian national team, presents another option, Barcelona appears reluctant to make any definitive decisions about his future.

Financial Implications for Juventus

The ongoing uncertainty could force Juventus to lower their price tag and Chiesa’s salary demands. Juventus aims to avoid a significant loss on Chiesa, demanding at least 15 million euros to part ways with the player they initially bought for 60 million euros.