Liverpool is heading to make radical changes to its offensive squad before the start of the new season, and with its approaching French Hugo Ekteciki, he is increasingly ambiguous around the future of Uruguayan striker Darwin Nunez, in light of accelerating moves in the European and Arab transfer market.
It seems that the Liverpool administration, after crowning the Premier League title, is determined to strengthen the offensive line with a new deal, may change the features of the offensive system of the team led by coach Arny Slot, who is preparing for his first seasons at the head of the Reds technical staff.
Does Darwin Nunez leave Anfield?
Since joining Liverpool from Benfica in the summer of 2022, Darwin Nunez scored 66 goals in 143 games in all competitions, but he did not succeed in installing his feet as a permanent basis, especially in the last season, which witnessed a decline in his participation rates and impact.
The upcoming deal to include Iteteki for 95 million euros from Eintracht Frankfurt clearly indicates the club’s desire to pump new offensive blood. This is what pushes the reassessment of the future of Nunez, in light of the lack of official confirmation until now regarding its continuation or departure.
What are the most prominent potential destinations for Noniz?
Saudi Professional League
Nunez’s name returned to put strongly at the table of Saudi clubs, especially after several clubs showed an interest in contracting him last January. Liverpool’s huge financial offers may be tempted by completing the deal, and also gives the player an attractive contract that may be difficult to reject, although he is still an ideal age to continue in Europe.
Italian Milan
With Massimiliano Alegre take over the leadership of the technical staff of Milan, the club is looking for a striker capable of enhancing offensive effectiveness. Amid the decline in the interest of Napoli, Nunez may be a special choice for the Rossoneri, although there are questions about the club’s ability to provide the required financial compensation.
Bayern Munich, Germany
In light of the failure of Bayern Munich negotiations to include the Colombian Louis Diaz from Liverpool, attention was turned to Nunez, who has flexibility to play as a striker or as a left wing. Coach Vincent Kompany may see a suitable tactical element to support Harry Kane or to compensate him when needed.
Newcastle United English
Some German reports presented the name Newcastle as one of the interested people in Nunez, but the presence of Alexander Isak as a primary striker reduces the chances of the deal. Especially since Ekteciki, who is close to Liverpool, was originally a goal for the same team, which raises the possibilities of subsequent changes that may return Nunez to the image.
Will Nunez remain in Liverpool?
In light of the momentum in the transfer market, the future of Nunez appears to be suspended between the technical vision of the new coach, the player’s ability to restore his level and the confidence of the technical staff. So far, no official statement from Liverpool has been issued about his intentions towards the player, keeping the door open to all possible scenarios.
As the clubs interested in any step from Liverpool will be sought, it will be exciting to follow up whether Nunez will have a new opportunity to prove himself inside “Anfield”, or that his English adventure is nearing the end.
