Federico Chiesa’s Alternative Career Path: From Winger to Physicist?
As the news of Federico Chiesa’s impending move to Liverpool broke, fans couldn’t help but wonder what could have been if the 26-year-old winger hadn’t become a professional footballer. In a fascinating interview with The Telegraph in 2021, Chiesa revealed that his passion for physics was almost as strong as his love for football.
A Career in Physics?
Chiesa, who was deemed surplus to requirements at Juventus, will join Liverpool on a four-year deal worth €13 million plus add-ons. Despite his struggles with injuries, the Italian international has shown flashes of brilliance on the pitch, notching nine goals and two assists in 33 Serie A appearances last season.
But what if Chiesa hadn’t made it as a footballer? "I have two passions – one is football and the other is the universe!" he said. "It’s always been like that. I think it’s all about the mystery part of it. What is beyond the limit of the universe? It gets me thinking a lot."
From School to the Pitch
Chiesa’s journey to becoming a professional footballer wasn’t without its challenges. He almost quit the sport at 14, feeling frustrated that he wasn’t playing in Fiorentina’s youth team. However, with the support of his family, he persevered and eventually found his footing on the pitch.
"When I was 14 I was small and did not have the physicality of my teammates so I didn’t play," he admitted. "My family helped me to find another option if I was not going to play and that was school. They said ‘look you are not playing but give your best in training and it will come’ and that’s what I did. It was the best decision I could ever make. And at 15 I started to grow."
What’s Next for Chiesa?
As Chiesa prepares to join Liverpool, fans are eagerly anticipating what he can bring to the table. Despite his struggles with injuries, he has shown flashes of brilliance on the pitch and has the potential to be a game-changer for the Reds.
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