Liverpool News Update: Progression towards Darwin Nunez's departure appears imminent, with the reported transfer fee for the move unveiled
Liverpool Turn Down Napoli's Initial Bid for Darwin Núñez
Liverpool have rejected a bid from Napoli for Uruguayan striker Darwin Núñez, according to reports. The Italian club tabled an offer worth €50 million plus €5 million in add-ons for the 23-year-old, but Liverpool value him at £50 million, slightly higher than Napoli's offer.
Napoli have been most interested in signing Núñez since his arrival at Anfield in 2022, when he was signed for a fixed £70 million, making him Liverpool's second-most expensive signing ever. However, a small discrepancy in the valuations suggests a new bid from Napoli may be accepted in the coming days.
Last season, Núñez started only 17 games, including just eight in the Premier League, and struggled to find form under manager Arne Slot. Despite this, he managed to score seven goals and seven assists across 47 games. He made a promising start to his Liverpool career, scoring on his debut in the Community Shield and on his Premier League debut away at Fulham. However, he was shown a red card against Crystal Palace on his Anfield debut.
Núñez is somewhat of a cult hero at Liverpool, due to his chaotic nature, but some fans might not begrudge him for trying pastures new. It is not clear whether Núñez is necessarily agitating for a move from Liverpool, but our website believes it may be the best time for him to move on.
Transfermarkt values Núñez at €45 million, making him a valuable asset for Liverpool. If Napoli do manage to secure a deal for the striker, it would be a significant boost for their squad as they aim to challenge for honours in the upcoming season.
The transfer saga is expected to continue in the coming days, with Napoli expected to make a new bid for Núñez. Liverpool will have to decide whether to accept the offer and let go of a player who has failed to live up to his potential since his transfer, or to hold on to him and give him another chance to prove himself under a new manager.
