Darwin Nunez 'return' to Liverpool takes fresh twist as transfer truth made clear
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Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsDarwin NúñezUruguayan media has reported that Darwin Nunez is set for a surprise Liverpool return with a move 'already agreed', but sources close to the striker have played down the transfer claimsDarwin Nunez is currently at the World Cup with Uruguay(Image: Getty)Reports from Darwin Nunez's native Uruguay are tipping the striker for a remarkable return to Liverpool, though the prospect of a comeback to Anfield has since been played down. The forward is currently representing his country at the World Cup, where Uruguay will face Saudi Arabia in its Group H opener.A Uruguayan journalist has claimed that Nunez is on the verge of a surprise return to Anfield, with a deal already in place — though he also suggested any official confirmation is unlikely to come for several weeks.Last summer, Nunez left the Reds to join Saudi Arabian giants Al-Hilal in a transfer believed to be worth around $62 million (£46.3M).
His exit followed shortly after the club wrapped up the $106M (£79M) acquisition of Hugo Ekitike.Nunez's time in Saudi Arabia has not gone to plan, with reports surfacing in February indicating he was looking for a way out after being dropped from the club's 25-man squad.Now, with the World Cup in full swing, Uruguayan outlet Carve Deportiva has reported that Nunez will make his way back to Liverpool once the tournament concludes. It has also been noted that Nunez remains entirely focused on Uruguay's World Cup campaign, making any transfer announcement before his nation's run in the United States comes to an end highly improbable, reports the Express.Reports that Darwin Nunez will return to Liverpool have been downplayed(Image: Liverpool FC, Liverpool FC via Getty Images)The report suggests the former Benfica striker made it clear he has no desire for any official announcement regarding his next club until his nation's participation in the tournament has come to an end.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, however, has contradicted this, claiming sources close to the striker have indicated a move is unlikely.Nunez's time at Liverpool was marked by both memorable highs and frustrating lows. On his departure, he took the time to express his gratitude to supporters for their backing in the face of criticism from the media and pundits.He wrote: "Thank you, Liverpool.