Liverpool sits 11 points ahead of Arsenal at the top of the Premier League, with 11 games remaining. The title race heats up as the club nears a historic triumph.
Arne Slot’s side secured a stunning 2-0 victory over Manchester City at the Etihad. At the same time, Arsenal endured a shocking 1-0 loss to West Ham at the Emirates.
History shows that no club with such a commanding lead has ever missed out on lifting the trophy. The players now envision the celebrations and the glittering winners’ medals that come with success.
One key player now faces a unique predicament. His chance to join the medal parade depends on meeting strict Premier League criteria.
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Italian winger Federico Chiesa joined Liverpool from Juventus for £12.5 million last summer. He has struggled with fitness issues and has made little impact since his arrival.
Chiesa has featured 10 times in all competitions, yet only three of those appearances came in the Premier League. He must play in two more league matches to secure his automatic winners’ medal.
The Premier League awards the champions 40 commemorative silver medals. Every player must complete at least five Premier League appearances to earn a medal automatically, while additional medals need Premier League Board approval.
Chiesa is not alone in this challenge. Jayden Danns and Vitezslav Jaros have each made a single Premier League appearance, and Trey Nyoni, Tyler Morton, and James McConnell still await their first taste of action. Liverpool players are determined to clinch their medals as the title race nears its climax.
