Liverpool’s 2–0 victory over Brighton at Anfield may have delivered three points, but it has also ignited one of the most intense internal debates of the Arne Slot era. The absence of Federico Chiesa from the matchday picture has sparked outrage, frustration, and now a public intervention from a former Liverpool star who knows all too well what it feels like to be sidelined under questionable circumstances.
Speaking passionately after the match, the former player did not hold back, claiming that Chiesa is currently being treated worse than he ever was during his own difficult spell at the club.
“Forget my treatment under Slot,” he said. “What Federico Chiesa is facing right now is worse. Being benched, left out, sidelined — especially after speaking his truth publicly — tells you everything you need to know. Arne Slot is not the man for this team.”
The statement has sent shockwaves through the Liverpool fanbase, reigniting debates about man-management, squad rotation, and whether one of the club’s most talented attackers is being wasted at a critical point in his career.
If the current pattern continues, a January exit could become inevitable — not because Chiesa lacks quality, but because opportunities are being withheld.
For Liverpool, losing a player of his caliber without fully utilizing him could become a costly mistake, both on the pitch and in the wider narrative of the Slot era.
Conclusion: A warning sign for Liverpool
This situation is no longer just about Federico Chiesa. It has become a symbol of deeper concerns surrounding squad harmony, communication, and respect.
When former players, current fans, and neutral observers all raise the same alarm, it is no longer noise — it is a warning.
Chiesa wants to play.
Fans want to see him play.
And if Liverpool do not act soon, January may mark the beginning of an avoidable separation.
The Brighton snub that changed everything
Many expected Chiesa to be heavily involved against Brighton, especially after his impressive cameo in previous matches where he demonstrated intensity, technical quality, and tactical intelligence. Instead, he was once again overlooked — a decision that left supporters confused and analysts stunned.
According to insiders, Chiesa had trained well all week and was fully fit. Yet when the teamsheet was released, his name was missing once more. For many, that omission felt deliberate rather than tactical.
The former Liverpool star addressing the situation made that point clear.
“I was expecting him to be 100% involved today,” he said. “But no — once again, he’s been overlooked. That’s not footballing logic. That’s personal.”
If the current pattern continues, a January exit could become inevitable — not because Chiesa lacks quality, but because opportunities are being withheld.
For Liverpool, losing a player of his caliber without fully utilizing him could become a costly mistake, both on the pitch and in the wider narrative of the Slot era.
Conclusion: A warning sign for Liverpool
This situation is no longer just about Federico Chiesa. It has become a symbol of deeper concerns surrounding squad harmony, communication, and respect.
When former players, current fans, and neutral observers all raise the same alarm, it is no longer noise — it is a warning.
Chiesa wants to play.
Fans want to see him play.
And if Liverpool do not act soon, January may mark the beginning of an avoidable separation.
