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Serie A giants (now champions), Napoli have now joined the race — and they might just sprint past the rest.

Nunez hasn’t had the smoothest ride at Anfield.



But now, Napoli have entered the scene — and they aren’t just browsing.

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Reports (Corriere dello Sport) suggest Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna sees Nunez as a perfect fit for new manager Antonio Conte’s plans.

The Italian side have made contact, and talks are expected to heat up soon.

That’s not great news for Saudi clubs hoping to seal an easy deal.

“Darwin Nunez remains guaranteed exit at Liverpool this summer… Napoli have made contact in recent days with Nunez on the shortlist and more talks to follow soon.”

That’s not the kind of language you use unless a move is near.

And with Liverpool setting the price around £60 million, Napoli will need to move fast and firm to hijack what looked like a done deal elsewhere.

Meanwhile, Arne Slot is rebuilding the Reds his way.

With Nunez likely to leave and new faces coming in, Liverpool’s summer is heating up faster than a last-minute winner at Anfield.

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