Federico Chiesa's difficult spell at Anfield could be coming to an abrupt end as three Serie A heavyweights prepare to battle for his signature in the January transfer window. The Italian international has struggled to make any significant impact on Merseyside, leading to intense speculation regarding a return to his homeland.
Mancini continue to experiment with the make-up of his defensive line, but the future also depends on integration with the big absentee from this round of matches: Dimarco.