Spalletti Sets Fitness Condition for Chiesa's Italy Return
Luciano Spalletti, Italy's head coach, praises Federico Chiesa but insists on improved physical fitness before his return to the national team.
Luciano Spalletti, Italy's head coach, has left the door open for Federico Chiesa to return to the national team, but he emphasized the need for Chiesa to enhance his physical fitness to compete at the highest levels.
Chiesa, who has been sidelined since Euro 2024 due to injuries sustained while at Liverpool, has been working on regaining his form. The former Juventus star, now playing for Liverpool, has recently returned to action, providing one assist in four appearances this season.
Spalletti told Sky Sports, "He can exceed expectations and create significant opportunities. However, consistent playing time and better physical readiness are crucial for him to meet the demands of international football."
Spalletti also acknowledged the challenges Italy faced against physically dominant teams like France and highlighted the need for players to improve in areas such as pressing and physical endurance to compete effectively in major tournaments.
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