Iraola ‘pushing’ to carry Darwin Núñez again to Liverpool

Liverpool’s new supervisor Andoni Iraola is reportedly ‘pushing’ onerous to carry Darwin Núñez again to Anfield this summer season, as per Spanish outlet Fichajes.

After being impressed by the Uruguayan’s performances for SL Benfica, the Reds determined to buy him again in 2022. Though he gained a Premier League title and a Group Protect at Anfield, he failed to actually flourish within the English top-flight.

In consequence, the Merseyside membership determined to cash-in on him final summer season, and Al-Hilal bought him. Nonetheless, he has had a tough time within the Saudi Professional League as effectively. Regardless of his current struggles, Núñez continues to play a key function for the Uruguayan nationwide staff.

Now, Fichajes state that following Hugo Ekitike’s severe harm, Iraola desires so as to add depth to the frontline at Liverpool. He’s ‘pushing’ onerous to carry Núñez again due to his willingness to work onerous with out possession, which is important within the Spaniard’s high-intense fashion of soccer.

The South American is valued at round £17m by Transfermarkt and has a contract till 2028. So, Al-Hilal are more likely to demand a large amount of cash to let him depart this summer season.

Having displayed inconsistent performances final time period, Liverpool are stated to be eager on upgrading the attacking division and have already bought Victor Muñoz from Osasuna.

Furthermore, the Merseyside membership have been engaged on a deal to signal Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig, whereas Bradley Barcola has additionally been linked with a transfer to Anfield.

Núñez to Liverpool

Liverpool at the moment have Alexander Isak and Ekitike as striker choices, however the Swedish worldwide struggled with health issues final marketing campaign. So, Iraola’s aspect may do with buying a brand new striker.

Núñez is aware of concerning the Premier League and continues to be very younger. He’s fast, robust, good within the air, and works extraordinarily onerous with out possession. So, he is likely to be a shrewd stopgap substitute for Ekitike ought to the Reds buy him.

Nonetheless, contemplating the South American’s current poor kind, it’s extremely unlikely that Liverpool will decide to purchase him. However, it’ll be attention-grabbing to see whether or not the Merseyside membership’s hierarchy finally hearken to Iraola’s demand and make a transfer to signal Núñez over the approaching weeks.