Liverpool transfer round-up: Chiesa exit, Rayan latest and Nunez return

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Federico Chiesa’s future also looks uncertain, with the Italian needing clarity after another frustrating season. Elsewhere, Rayan is already being lined up as a possible future Bournemouth raid, while Darwin Nunez has been unexpectedly linked with a return after a difficult spell away from Liverpool.

Who should Richard Hughes be targeting above all… Photo Credit: Getty Images/Robin Jones Trincao interest persistsFrancisco Trincao remains firmly in the frame as Liverpool search for Salah’s replacement. Liverpool’s interest in Trincao looks one to watch.Chiesa exit expectation growsFederico Chiesa is expected to leave Liverpool this summer, despite wanting to speak with Iraola before making a final call.

Slot’s departure offered a possible reset, but Chiesa leaving Liverpool still feels like the likeliest outcome unless the new head coach changes the picture quickly.Photo by Michael Regan/Getty ImagesRayan plan takes shapeA summer move looks unlikely because of his £130m clause, but Liverpool tracking Rayan makes plenty of sense long term.The interest in Rayan is expected to firm up, but probably not until January 2027 at the earliest. A reunion still feels unlikely, but Nunez wanting Liverpool is at least one to file away.Join Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox