Darwin Nunez has realistic Liverpool exit route after Atletico Madrid offer
Liverpool could potentially finally part ways with Darwin Nunez in the upcoming transfer window, with Atletico Madrid readying an offer.
The Uruguay international has struggled to make a mark at the Reds since his move from Benfica in 2022.
Nunez’s impact at Anfield has been underwhelming, as he’s struggled for regular minutes in the current campaign, and an exit wouldn’t be surprising.
Arne Slot has won the Premier League title in his debut season at the Merseyside outfit, but it doesn’t look like the Dutch manager counts on the 25-year-old centre-forward.
Atletico consider loan with buy option for Nunez transfer
Atletico are considering making a loan with a buy option, which could be mandatory, for Nunez, according to Eduardo Burgos.
The AS journalist revealed on X (28 April) that the Uruguayan striker appears a low-cost option for the La Liga outfit, who see him as a realistic replacement for Angel Correa.
| Appearances (2024/25) | Goals | Assists |
| 43 | 7 | 7 |
It’s been claimed that the 25-year-old will leave the Reds in the upcoming transfer window, and it remains to be seen what the future holds for him.
It’ll undoubtedly be a massive summer for the Merseyside outfit, with Fenway Sports Group (FSG) needing to reinforce and freshen the squad soon, despite their Premier League success.
Liverpool should back Slot next summer
Slot deserves financial backing from FSG in the upcoming transfer window after what he’s been able to achieve this season.
The former Feyenoord head coach inherited the team that Jurgen Klopp left last summer, with Federico Chiesa the only incoming signing over the last two transfer windows.
Many expected the Dutch manager to struggle in his first season at the Merseyside outfit, but they’ve been one of the best teams in the current campaign.
Liverpool will be disappointed to lose the Carabao Cup to Newcastle United and be eliminated from the Champions League by Paris Saint-Germain.
The Reds’ performances in those competitions highlight the need for more quality in their squad, something the American owners need to ensure isn’t an issue next season.
Nunez was expected to lead the line at Anfield for several years to come and maybe replicate what Erling Haaland has done at Manchester City, but things haven’t worked out that way.
It feels like the right time for the Uruguay international to leave the Merseyside outfit, and Atletico seems like the right fit for him.
Diego Simeone is someone who likes strong characters in his dressing room, and maybe the 25-year-old striker will be able to get back to his best in Spain’s capital.