Liverpool were targeting a young attacker who could compete regularly with Egyptian international Mohamed Salah and become a starting right winger in a few years’ time.
Despite being linked with a number of targets, they secured Italy international Federico Chiesa, who had been out of action at Juventus.
He has been injured in recent years and has not performed to the level of the previous two EURO 2020s, so it remains to be seen how well he will fare in his first attempt at the Premier League. Also, unlike Egyptian King, he is right-handed, making it difficult for him to cut in and shoot.
Liverpool had their eyes on Mexico before turning their attention to Serie A. A move for Mexican international Cesar Huerta from UNAM Pumas looked set to be completed, including a loan move to Sunderland, but talks broke down when the Championship club refused to make a move. broke down.
The young 23-year-old winger said he had even packed a suitcase and was waiting for the moment the deal was finalised, revealing that the transfer was close to the last minute.
However, he also said that he would not continue to be discouraged by the matter, but would concentrate on playing and waiting for another opportunity.
“I already had my suitcase ready, and I dropped it,”
“I know that sooner or later, if I keep doing things right, I’ll get the opportunity. It’s a train that only happens once and I’m focused on Pumas.”
“I come to the national team, and I try to do my best to help my team. I know the rest will come soon.”
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