Overview

• Liverpool named a 21‑man travelling squad for Istanbul that did not include Federico Chiesa after he was recently added to their List A.
• Slot said Chiesa felt a “little niggle” from the Crystal Palace match and could not complete Monday’s training session, so he was not risked.
• UEFA approved Liverpool’s request to replace ACL‑stricken Giovanni Leoni under a new rule permitting temporary changes for long‑term absences.
• Chiesa has been impactful in limited minutes this season, featuring six times with two goals and two assists across roughly 153 minutes.
• The club will monitor his fitness this week, with reports suggesting he could be available for the upcoming Premier League match at Chelsea.