Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez is increasingly like

ly to leave Anfield this summer, with four European clubs competing for his signature. The Uruguayan’s future has become one of the most discussed transfer sagas as new manager Arne Slot prepares to reshape the squad he inherited from Jürgen Klopp

 

Liverpool acquired Darwin Nunez from Benfica in June 2022 for an initial £64 million, potentially rising to a club-record £85 million with add-ons. The forward arrived with enormous expectations after scoring 34 goals in 41 appearances during his final season in Portugal.

However, Nunez’s Liverpool career has been defined by inconsistency. While displaying flashes of brilliance and raw talent, the 25-year-old has struggled to produce consistently at the level expected of such a significant investment. His finishing has regularly been scrutinized, with high-profile misses often overshadowing his impressive athletic attributes.

This season has been particularly challenging under new manager Arne Slot. Nunez has found himself increasingly on the periphery, scoring just seven goals across all competitions—a marked decline from previous campaigns. Sources close to the club suggest he has struggled to adapt to Slot’s more structured tactical approach, which differs significantly from Klopp’s high-intensity, transitional style that initially suited Nunez’s direct running and physical presence.

“Nunez’s decision-making in the final third remains inconsistent,” noted one club insider who spoke on condition of anonymity. “His ability to lead the line as a lone striker hasn’t developed as rapidly as the club had hoped.”

While Spanish giants Atletico Madrid have long been connected with Nunez, domestic interest has intensified recently, presenting the forward with options to remain in the Premier League.