By Aiden Gharibian

Liverpool are expected to bring in a new striker this summer, with Darwin Núñez reportedly set to leave the club.

With Núñez’s departure seemingly imminent, one question takes center stage: Who will be Liverpool’s next number 9?

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It has been widely reported that Arne Slot is targeting a striker who is technical, capable of dropping deep, contributes to link-up play, and offers positional versatility.

With that profile in mind, Liverpool have been linked with two primary center-forward options so far.

He checks every tactical and stylistic box Slot would want in a striker.

Most importantly, none of them fully match the style of striker Slot seems to be prioritizing.

It seems Liverpool find themselves in a bit of a dilemma when it comes to striker targets — but those working behind the scenes at Anfield undoubtedly have a clearer plan than what meets the eye.

What striker do you see Liverpool signing — and who would you want leading the line next season?

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