The latest Liverpool transfer news - AC Milan wants to sign Darwin Nunez from Liverpool. The £64m striker is set to go on loan to Italy in January.
Darwin Nunez's time at Liverpool may be coming to an end. AC Milan is in direct talks with the club over the possibility of signing the Uruguayan striker. According to recent reports from Italian outletAC Milan TMN, Milan is interested in bringing Nunez to Italy on a six-month loan with an option to buy for €45m (£41.5m). The deal would see Milan pay €5m for the loan period, with the permanent transfer taking place next summer.
£64m Liverpool man attracting interest from Italian giants as transfer imminent
Nunez’s time at Liverpool has been full of ups and downs. Signed for £64m from Benfica two and a half years ago, he has not been able to live up to expectations. His struggles in front of goal and inconsistent performances have made it difficult for him to secure a starting place in Jurgen Klopp’s team.
Nunez was bought to strengthen Liverpool's attack, but his time at Anfield has been frustrating. Despite his potential, he has struggled with his finishing, link-up play, and staying onside. These issues have caused frustration for both the player and the club.
The arrival of Diogo Jota, followed by Luis Diaz's success as a makeshift centre-forward, has limited Nunez’s chances. The 25-year-old has been dropped from the starting lineup and was left on the bench for the recent 5-0 win against West Ham.
Liverpool transfer news - AC Milan wants to sign Darwin Nunez from Liverpool
Despite Nunez's struggles, it is still uncertain whether Liverpool will sell him in January. The club is in the middle of a competitive season, and losing a first-team player may seem risky. However, the €50m deal with AC Milan may be too tempting for Liverpool to ignore.
The club could use the funds from Nunez's sale to bring in a more reliable striker. With the team still competing for trophies on multiple fronts, strength in depth will be important. A sale could also help lighten the load on the squad and allow Liverpool to freshen up their attacking options.
Liverpool are reportedly eyeing potential replacements for Nunez. One player on their radar is Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap. The 21-year-old striker joined Ipswich from Manchester City last summer for a fee of up to £20m. Delap has impressed this season, scoring six goals and becoming the top scorer for Ipswich. However, Manchester City has a buy-back clause, and other clubs such as Chelsea and Manchester United are also interested.
Another striker linked with Liverpool is Eintracht Frankfurt’s Omar Marmoush. The Egyptian forward has been in excellent form, scoring 18 goals and providing 12 assists in 30 appearances this season. If offered the chance, Marmoush is reportedly eager to join Liverpool.
Liverpool’s plans for Nunez remain uncertain, but AC Milan’s interest in him suggests that a move could happen soon. If Nunez leaves, Liverpool will need to find a reliable replacement. Players like Liam Delap and Omar Marmoush are among the options being considered. With the January transfer window fast approaching, it will be interesting to see how Liverpool handles this situation and whether they decide to move forward with a new striker.