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Napoli are reportedly now confident of Darwin Nunez this summer.

The majority of Liverpool supporters now accepting that Nunez is on the verge of leaving Anfield.

The club has made its position clear by setting a £70 million valuation for the Uruguayan forward.

This figure reflects an earlier bid from Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr, which Liverpool turned down during the January transfer window, and the club remains steadfast in its demands despite Nunez’s struggles for form last season.

Nunez’s impact under Arne Slot was limited, as he managed only seven goals across 47 appearances in all competitions during the 2024-25 campaign.

His last start for Liverpool came in March 2025, after which Slot increasingly favored Luis Diaz and Diogo Jota in central attacking roles.

As a result, it appears increasingly likely that Nunez’s time at Liverpool will come to an end with a record of 40 goals in 122 matches for the club since his arrival in 2022.

Liverpool’s firm stance on the transfer fee underscores their intent to maximize the return on their initial investment, even as Nunez prepares to close the chapter on his Anfield career.

Now a report from Alfredo Pedulla for Football Italia claims that Napoli are encouraged in their early pursuit of the striker.

Pedulla reports that Napoli believe they can get Nunez on the cheap with a fee under €50m (£42m):

“Darwin Nunez has been a long-term transfer target for Antonio Conte’s Napoli, who remain confident of striking a deal with Liverpool for a fee below the €50m mark.”

“Napoli have been targeting a move for Darwin for well over a month, dating back to the beginning of May, although it is understood that there had been discussions over the possibility of a move even earlier.”

“Football Italia understands that Napoli have already had Darwin’s availability after talks with his representatives three or four days ago?

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It would be difficult to see Liverpool accepting 42m after having the opportunity to sell Nunez in January for the aforementioned £70m fee.

The striker’s contract runs until 2028, giving Liverpool a strong negotiating position despite his reduced playing time

However, the club appears willing to accept a financial loss on their investment rather than retain an asset that is going to depreciate as time goes on.

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