Federico Chiesa back to Italy already? Napoli line up move for Liverpool outcast amid fears over Khvicha Kvaratskhelia contract talks

Federico Chiesa's time at Liverpool could come to an end in the near future as Napoli are reportedly interested in signing him.

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• Injured Chiesa has hardly played for Liverpool
• Napoli trying to extend Kvaratskhelia contract
• Will aim for Reds winger if Georgian leaves

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  The Serie A side are hopeful of convincing star player Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to sign a contract extension as they attempt to fight off interest in the winger from across Europe, with Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain said to be leading the race. Should they fail to lock the Georgia international down, though, they may move for Liverpool winger Chiesa to replace him, according to .

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Chiesa joined Liverpool from Juventus at the end of August but he has managed just three appearances in all competitions, clocking up just 18 minutes in the Premier League, one minute in the Champions League and his solitary start coming in the Carabao Cup win against West Ham in September. Since then, he has been out with a muscle injury.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  Napoli have been linked with the 27-year-old for a while, though it was reported that AC Milan may be willing to challenge their Serie A rivals for his signature.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR CHIESA?

  It is still unknown when Chiesa will be fit to feature for Arne Slot's team again or if he will be stuck on the sidelines until the Anfield club agree to let him leave.