There have been a few recent indications of a delayed Anfield take-off. Arne Slot called upon Chiesa from the bench in pursuit of a victory against Brentford (although it was Darwin Nunez who ultimately made the difference), and the winger also made an appearance off the bench in the Champions League match against Lille.

Arne Slot's Liverpool remain on top in the Premier League and Champions League but need to decide whether to add to their ranks before the January transfer window shuts