Juventus star Chiesa on track to return against Empoli

Federico Chiesa is finally completing his recovery and could join the Juventus squad for their upcoming match against Empoli.

The 24-year-old Italian winger suffered a cruciate ligament rupture during a 4-3 win over Roma back in January, a serious injury that required surgical intervention. Chiesa has been stuck on the sidelines ever since, slowly working towards fitness with physiotherapists and coaches at the Juventus training centre.

As reported by Gianluca Di Marzio, Chiesa responded well in the friendly match against the Juventus Under-17 side and has shown positive signs in squad training. 

Massimiliano Allegri will now have to decide whether to include him in the Bianconeri squad for their next match against Empoli on Friday October 21. Even if he is included, it’s likely that he’d only receive a handful of minutes off the bench, with the club keen to avoid any complications.

The return of Chiesa will give Allegri and Juventus a key attacking boost, needed after their sluggish start to the season.