Liverpool are reportedly eyeing a former Manchester City striker as a possible replacement for Darwin Nunez.
Nunez joined Liverpool from Benfica in the summer of 2022 for an initial fee of £64 million, potentially rising to a club-record £85 million. However, the 25-year-old has faced criticism for inconsistent finishing and has struggled to win over the fans.
In the ongoing 2024/25 season, Nunez has scored just four goals and provided three assists in 23 appearances across all competitions. He currently trails behind Mohamed Salah, Luis Diaz, Cody Gakpo, and Diogo Jota in manager Arne Slot’s attacking hierarchy.
With the January transfer window approaching, reports suggest Liverpool have received an offer for Nunez. According to Italian outlet AC Milan TMN, AC Milan has approached Liverpool with a proposal for a six-month loan deal, including a €5 million fee and an obligation to buy for €45 million.
Meanwhile, Liverpool has been linked with a potential move for Liam Delap, a former Manchester City forward now playing for Ipswich Town. The 21-year-old has impressed in the Premier League this season, scoring six goals and providing one assist in 17 matches. Delap, who previously spent loan spells at Stoke City, Preston North End, and Hull City, is reportedly attracting interest from Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United, and his former club, Manchester City.
Despite the rumors surrounding Nunez, Slot defended the striker earlier in the season, stating, “He may not have scored as many goals as he wants, but his work rate and impact on the team are invaluable. As a number nine, he naturally wants more goals, but I evaluate players like Salah and Darwin on their overall contributions, not just their scoring.”
Liverpool will return to Premier League action on Sunday, hosting Manchester United at Anfield.
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