🔥🏟️offer to JuventusLiverpool’s opening bid for Federico Chiesa has got fans talking.Nasir JabbarNasir JabbarLiverpool have submitted an opening bid for Federico Chiesa that has left fans stunned on social media.Chiesa has been strongly linked with a move to Liverpool ahead of Friday’s transfer deadline.Juventus are desperate to offload the star winger this summer as he’s out of contract in 2025.The Serie A giants are asking for a reported £12.7 million to sanction his transfer.But Liverpool’s reported opening bid is below Juve’s valuation.According to Mirko Di Natale, the Premier League side have lodged an initial bid of £8.4 million, which could rise to £10 million with add-ons.The 26-year-old would be in line to earn £5.9 million per season.Federico Chiesa during a Juventus training session. Image: Getty Federico Chiesa during a Juventus training session. Image: GettyLiverpool’s offer sent social media wild as people online criticised the ‘very low’ bid.One X user wrote: “Transfer fee alone, that’s a bargain for Chiesa.”A second said: “Even if Juventus had said €1m, Liverpool would ask them to offer him for free.”A third added: “That’s very low man.”Chiesa is also attracting interest from Chelsea, but he has made it clear that he wants to join Liverpool if the clubs can agree a fee.The Reds have had a quiet summer transfer window, having only signed Valencia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili.The 23-year-old Georgian will join, subject to a work permit and international clearance, for a fee of £25 million plus £4 million in add-ons.Chiesa could be Arne Slot’s second signing of the summer as the deadline looms.The Italian international made 37 appearances across all competitions last season, scoring 10 goals.He made a name for himself at Euro 2020 as he helped his national team to glory, which included beating England in the final.But his development has been hampered by a series of injuries.

🔥🏟️Liverpool has confirmed that yet another player will spend the current season away from Anfield on loan. Owen Beck is the latest to temporarily depart the club, following the permanent transfers of Fabio Carvalho, Sepp Van den Berg, and Joel Matip earlier in the season. Beck’s move has been confirmed through Liverpool’s official X account, which announced that the 22-year-old will join Blackburn Rovers on a season-long loan. Beck, who has been with Liverpool since joining their Academy at the age of 13 from Stoke City, has struggled to break into the first team, largely due to the presence of established left-backs Andy Robertson and Kostas Tsimikas. Despite his potential, the Wrexham-born defender found himself further down the pecking order, leading the club to decide that he would benefit from gaining regular first-team experience elsewhere. Throughout the summer, Beck had the opportunity to participate in some of Liverpool’s pre-season activities. He featured in two friendly matches during the club’s tour of the United States, playing against Real Betis and Arsenal. While these appearances demonstrated his skills and potential, they also highlighted the stiff competition he faces in securing a regular spot in Liverpool’s starting lineup. Given his situation, Liverpool’s management, alongside Beck, concluded that a loan move to Blackburn Rovers would provide him with the valuable experience and regular playing time needed to continue his development. The move to Ewood Park is seen as an opportunity for Beck to follow the paths of other Liverpool players who have previously thrived on loan, such as Harvey Elliott and Tyler Morton, both of whom spent time at Blackburn Rovers and returned to Liverpool with enhanced reputations and further developed skills. Beck made his professional debut for Liverpool in a 2-0 victory over Preston North End in the League Cup back in October 2021. Since then, he has made two additional appearances for the Reds. However, with limited opportunities in the first team, his prospects for the upcoming season at Liverpool appeared slim. The loan spell at Blackburn Rovers, a Championship side with a rich history and a competitive environment, is expected to provide Beck with the platform to showcase his abilities at a high level. This experience is anticipated to be crucial for his growth, especially as Liverpool views him as a potential future asset for their squad. Liverpool clearly values Beck’s potential, as evidenced by his contract, which extends until 2026. The club’s decision to send him on loan rather than seeking a permanent transfer indicates their belief in his long-term prospects. For Beck, the upcoming season at Blackburn represents an important step in his career, where consistent performances could pave the way for a more significant role at Liverpool in the future.