Darwin Nunez’s message to Al-Hilal owner after Saudi exile and transfer window blow

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SportFootballLiverpool FCFormer Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez has endured a disheartening spell at Al-HilalDarwin Nunez has experienced somewhat of a nightmare since leaving Liverpool to sign for Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League. Latest Reds news and more on our dedicated Facebook pageBenzema not only replaced Nunez in the starting XI, but the Uruguayan was also axed from Al-Hilal's domestic squad list entirely last month.

He was linked with Fenerbahce and Flamengo but no transfer came to fruition, leading to expectations he will depart in the summer.Despite being ineligible for Saudi Pro League matches, Nunez remains fully registered in the Asian Champions League. His most recent appearance in the competition was on February 16, where he played the entire 90 minutes against Al-Wahda.Nunez scored both goals in a 2-1 victory and sent a message to the owners with an interesting celebration.

The former Reds star turned around and, while walking backwards, stared towards the box where Al-Hilal's owner sits, maintaining his gaze for several seconds with a sly grin before looking away and muttering something under his breath.He hasn't played a competitive match for the club in over a month due to Al-Hilal's scheduled AFC Champions League last-16 games against Al-Sadd being postponed, as a result of the ongoing regional conflict.Nunez earns £20m annually at Al Hilal, equivalent to nearly £400,000 per week in wages. He has managed nine goals and five assists in 24 appearances across all competitions this campaign.The Uruguayan has not posted any images of himself in Al-Hilal colours on his Instagram account, despite having a number of pictures from his Liverpool days visible.England's 2026 World Cup kitsThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.