Barcelona are said to be scanning the market for a new striker, with former Liverpool forward Darwin Núñez surprisingly emerging as a possible option.
Spanish outlet Fichajes claims the Uruguayan is open to a return to European football after a brief and underwhelming spell with Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal. Núñez only joined the Saudi club just over six months ago, but his impact has been limited, managing 9 goals in 24 appearances.
His struggles follow a mixed Liverpool career, where he scored 40 goals in 143 games before being allowed to leave. Given the lower competitive level in Saudi Arabia, his modest output there raises further doubts about his form ahead of a potential return to elite football.
However, the report suggests Núñez is not a top priority for Barcelona. While his attributes appeal to the club, he would likely be seen as a squad option rather than a marquee signing, with fans hoping for a more ambitious arrival.
Other names on Barça’s shortlist include Harry Kane of Bayern Munich and Dušan Vlahović of Juventus. Kane, though, is considered an unrealistic target due to both his cost and importance to Bayern, which could push Barcelona toward more attainable alternatives like Núñez or Vlahović.
How the situation unfolds remains to be seen, but Núñez may yet earn another opportunity at the highest level, despite his inconsistent form. Still, it’s unlikely many Liverpool supporters will be eager to see their club revisit a reunion with the striker.
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