Liverpool have confirmed the departure of Uruguayan striker Darwin Núñez, who has completed a high-profile transfer to Saudi Arabian giants Al Hilal. The deal marks another major signing for the Saudi Pro League as they continue to attract top talent from Europe.
Núñez Bids Farewell to Anfield
The 26-year-old forward, who joined Liverpool from Benfica in 2022, leaves Merseyside after two seasons that saw flashes of brilliance mixed with inconsistency. Despite showing promise with crucial goals, Núñez failed to fully establish himself as the long-term successor to Liverpool's legendary attacking trio.
Saudi Pro League's Latest Coup
Al Hilal, already boasting stars like Neymar and Aleksandar Mitrović, have secured another marquee signing as they continue to dominate the Saudi transfer market. While the exact fee remains undisclosed, reports suggest the deal could be worth upwards of £75 million.
What This Means for Liverpool
With Núñez's departure, new Liverpool manager Arne Slot now faces the challenge of reshaping his attacking options. The Reds are expected to reinvest the funds from this sale, with several potential targets already being linked to the club.
The transfer window continues to heat up across Europe, with several other notable moves:
- Manchester United closing in on a deal for Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt
- Chelsea reportedly preparing a bid for Atletico Madrid's Álvaro Morata
- Arsenal monitoring the situation of Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino
