Why Federico Chiesa was left out of Liverpool’s Champions League squad
Liverpool axe forward from Champions League squad weeks after scoring dramatic winner
- Federico Chiesa, the 27-year-old Italy international, has been excluded from Liverpool's Champions League squad.
- His omission was due to squad limitations, as only 17 homegrown players are permitted on the list.
- Teenage forward Rio Ngumhoa was selected in Chiesa's place after impressing in pre-season and scoring on his Premier League debut.
- Chiesa has struggled with fitness and form since joining Liverpool a year ago, managing limited playing time this season.
- Italy coach Genarro Gatuso confirmed Chiesa recently stated he did not feel "100 per cent" ready for an international recall.