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Darwin Nunez is on the verge of leaving Liverpool after engaging in talks with Al-Hilal from the Saudi Pro League, signaling a potential big exit from Anfield this summer. Initially, the Uruguayan striker was thought to be only open to moves within Europe, but recent updates reveal that he and his representatives are seriously entertaining a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia. Al-Hilal have made an official contract proposal, and negotiations on salary and project details are underway, with Liverpool awaiting a formal bid soon.
This development marks a significant shift for Nunez, who has struggled with consistency at Liverpool and seemed poised to stay in Europe until now. The Saudi Pro League's offer apparently meets the financial expectations Liverpool desire, unlike other interested European clubs, particularly in Italy, where high asking prices (around €70m / £60.7m) have blocked potential bids.
Journalists such as Fabrizio Romano and Graeme Bailey have confirmed that Nunez agreed to terms in principle, signaling that the move could be finalized shortly. Liverpool sees this move as a positive outcome in the current transfer window, helping to clear paths in the squad and potentially raise significant transfer funds.
In summary, Darwin Nunez's impending transfer to the Saudi Pro League represents both a fresh start for the forward and a strategic move for Liverpool amidst the ongoing summer transfer dealings. The evolving negotiation underlines the growing pull of the Saudi Pro League for players who find their opportunities limited in Europe.
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