Federico Chiesa shirt number revealed as new Liverpool signing explains special meaning

Federico Chiesa has confirmed he will wear the No.14 shirt for Liverpool after completing his move from Juventus.

The Italy international is Arne Slot's second summer signing at Anfield , following the acquisition of Giorgi Mamardashvili. But while the Georgian goalkeeper will not link up until 2025, Chiesa will hope to make an instant impact.

He has confirmed the No.14 holds great significance as he prepares to start his new journey on Merseyside. He told Liverpool's official website: "It’s the number I’ve been wearing with the national team but it was an easy pick because Liverpool sent me a video and at the end of this video – which was showing my career [and] the goals I scored with Fiorentina and Juventus – it was me with the No.14 shirt on so I said, ‘Ah, it was destined to be!’, so I chose the No.14.”

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The shirt number was last worn by former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson , before his move to Saudi Arabia a year ago.

Chiesa added: "It's a dream that has become a reality. When I hear the word Liverpool, I think of trophies, of victories and the great nights in the Champions League at Anfield. It is really emotional for me. I can't wait to hear the anthem and all the 60,000 Liverpool fans singing You'll Never Walk Alone. I will give everything for this shirt, for the fans. Forza Liverpool."

He also confirmed he had spoken to sporting director Richard Hughes, who convinced him to make the move to Anfield. Chiesa added: "I'm so happy to be a Liverpool player. When Richard Hughes called me and he said, 'Do you want to join Liverpool?' – and the coach called me – I said yes immediately because I know the history of this club, I know what it represents to the fans. So, I'm so happy and I can't wait to get started.”

Chiesa could make his debut as early as this weekend when Liverpool takes on Manchester United in the Premier League at Old Trafford.