LIVERPOOL fans are convinced that Federico Chiesa is set for a rare start after hearing his name in the new Pope’s speech.
Cardinal Robert Prevost from the US was named as the successor to and will take the name Pope Leo XIV.
and previously served as Bishop of Chiclayo in Peru.
He made his first address from the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica as he paid tribute to his predecessor.
During the speech made in Italian, he said “Cheisa”; multiple times, meaning “church”;.
And fans have taken it as a sign that is set to start against on Sunday.
Leo XIV said “Chiesa”; seven times, which happens to be two more than Premier League appearances the former star has made this season.
One posted: “POPE KEEPS SAYING CHIESA, HE’S STARTING ON SUNDAY.”;
A second wrote: “New Pope stood up there talking about Chiesa. Presumably urging Slot to give him more playing time.”;
A third commented: “Thoughts on the Pope mentioning Chiesa a few times? Reckon the Vatican will chuck a cheeky bid for him in the summer window?”;
A fourth said: “New pope LOVES Chiesa. Said his name about seven times. Also heard Totti a few times. Knows ball.”;
Another added: “Federico Chiesa was mentioned in the new Pope’s speech more times than he has Liverpool appearances.”;
from Juventus but has failed to establish himself.
He has only made five appearances in the Premier League and has failed to score or assist a single goal.
He scored in the against Accrington Stanley and the final against .
Liverpool take on Arsenal at Anfield, having already wrapped up the Premier League title.
The in their win over in April.
However, it has not been all good news following the success in England’s top-flight.
Last week, as their guard of honour was spoiled.
Star defender at the end of the season.
The England international’s contract is set to expire .
