Overview

• Federico Chiesa registered two assists in a 2-1 victory over Southampton in the Carabao Cup, delivering in his first start of the season.
• Chiesa said he feels better physically and mentally than last season and aims to earn more Premier League minutes after limited opportunities.
• He was omitted from Liverpool’s initial Champions League squad due to home-grown constraints, with teenager Rio Ngumoha selected instead.
• UEFA regulations allow a replacement if a registered player is sidelined for at least 60 days, and Liverpool await assessment of Leoni’s knee injury.
• The 27-year-old joined from Juventus for about £12–12.5m, has been a bit-part player to date, and has one league goal in 51 minutes this season.