Mark Ogden and Steve Nicol are puzzled as to why Liverpool are showing interest in Juventus' Federico Chiesa.

Liverpool are considering a move for Chiesa before Friday's transfer deadline after learning about the forward's availability, according to a source who spoke to ESPN.

The 26-year-old was close to a €13 million ($14.

5 million) transfer to another club earlier this month, but the deal fell through.

Liverpool are now conducting due diligence on the Italian international ahead of a potential move this week.

Chiesa, whose contract with Juventus expires at the end of this season, has faced several injuries, including a 10-month cruciate ligament lay-off, since helping Roberto Mancini's Italy team win Euro 2020.

Despite his injury history, Liverpool are interested in Chiesa because of his pedigree and versatility.

Liverpool have not made any signings this summer following Arne Slot's appointment as head coach after Jürgen Klopp left Anfield at the end of last season.

Negotiations are ongoing for a €40 million deal for a goalkeeper, which would allow the international player to remain at his current Spanish club on loan for the rest of this season.

Although Slot has expressed satisfaction with his current squad, Liverpool might still add Chiesa this week if they can reach a suitable agreement with Juventus.