Saudi Pro League giants Al Hilal have reportedly made initial contact with the representatives of Liverpool striker Darwin Núñez, signaling a potential blockbuster move in the summer transfer window.
Sources close to the negotiations reveal that Al Hilal, known for their recent high-profile signings, are keen to lure the Uruguayan international to the Middle East as part of their continued effort to boost the profile and competitiveness of the Saudi league. The club has not submitted a formal offer yet, but early discussions have taken place to assess Núñez’s interest and the conditions required for a possible deal.
Núñez, 25, joined Liverpool in 2022 from Benfica for a fee that could rise to £85 million. Despite moments of brilliance, his time at Anfield has been marked by inconsistency, prompting speculation about his long-term future at the club. With Liverpool undergoing tactical shifts under new manager Arne Slot, Al Hilal see an opportunity to swoop in for the striker.
Al Hilal are believed to be prepared to offer a lucrative contract that would make Núñez one of the highest-paid players outside Europe. Whether the player is willing to leave top-tier European football at this stage of his career remains uncertain, but the club’s ambition and financial muscle could prove persuasive.
Liverpool are yet to respond officially to the reports, and it is unclear whether they would entertain offers for Núñez, who still has several years left on his contract.
This development comes as part of the Saudi Pro League’s broader push to attract elite talent from Europe and South America, having already signed stars such as Neymar, Kalidou Koulibaly, and Sergej Milinković-Savić in previous windows.
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