Darwin Núñez has left Liverpool fans stunned with a striking new hairstyle ahead of the Merseyside derby.
The Uruguayan striker recently returned from international duty, where he featured in his country’s World Cup qualifiers. Uruguay endured a tough 1-0 defeat to Argentina before settling for a goalless draw against Bolivia. Núñez started against Argentina but came on as a second-half substitute in the Bolivia match.
Despite collecting just one point from these two fixtures, Uruguay remains in a strong position to qualify for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
With his national team commitments now complete, Núñez is set to rejoin Liverpool as they continue their impressive Premier League campaign. The Reds, however, are looking to bounce back after consecutive losses—falling to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League and Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup final. Their next test is a crucial clash against city rivals Everton on April 2.
Ahead of the highly anticipated fixture, Núñez unveiled a fresh look that caught fans by surprise. He showcased his new cornrow hairstyle on social media, sparking plenty of reactions.
One fan on X (formerly Twitter) wrote, “Preparing for the Premier League pictures that will hit haters hard.” Another joked, “More trims than goals,” while a third added, “Let him cook.”
Núñez has faced criticism for his inconsistency in front of goal this season, with speculation linking him to a potential move away from Anfield in the summer. The 25-year-old has managed just seven goals across all competitions so far, a decline from his tally of 18 last season.
However, he has produced decisive moments, including a dramatic stoppage-time brace against Brentford in January. But his struggles were evident in Liverpool’s 2-2 draw against Aston Villa, where he missed a crucial opportunity.
Liverpool boss Arne Slot acknowledged the miss but was more concerned about Núñez’s reaction. “I can accept every miss, especially from a player who scored two crucial goals against Brentford,” Slot said. “What was harder for me to accept was his response after that chance. It seemed to affect him too much, and he wasn’t his usual self—the Darwin that works tirelessly for the team. I think he was too disappointed.”