Chiesa wanted by Real Betis after Liverpool flop | OneFootball

Real Betis are stepping up for Italy international Federico Chiesa, who is expected to leave Liverpool on loan this summer.

The beaten Conference League Finalists had been hoping to keep Antony for longer after his fantastic spell while on loan from Manchester United.

However, they simply cannot afford the cost and Manchester United are eager to cash in quickly rather than wait for another loan move.

Chiesa alternative to Antony for Betis

FLORENCE, ITALY – MAY 8: Antony of Real Betis Belompie celebrates the victory after the UEFA Conference League 2024/25 Semi Final First Leg match between ACF Fiorentina and Real Betis Balompie at Artemio Franchi on May 8, 2025 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)

According to Football Espana, Betis see Italy international Chiesa as a valid and more realistic alternative to another Antony loan.

The 27-year-old struggled for any playing time at Liverpool this season, making just 14 competitive appearances, in which he contributed two goals and two assists.

Italy international Federico Chiesa comes on for his Premier League debut with Liverpool during a 3-0 win over AFC Bournemouth at Anfield. (Picture via www.liverpoolfc.com)

He is not expected to remain at Anfield, with several Serie A sides interested in bringing him back, including Milan, Napoli and Roma.

Betis might represent an intriguing new challenge for Chiesa, who saw just how life at the Benito Villamarin revitalised Antony and would hope for the same outcome.