Darwin Nunez

Manchester United are prepared to rival Liverpool for the signing of Benfica striker Darwin Nunez, sources have told ESPN.

Sources have told ESPN that United have prioritised strengthening their forward line and midfield during the summer window, ahead of bringing in reinforcements in defence. Sources have told ESPN that an issue for both United and Liverpool is Benfica's valuation. Manchester United are prepared to rival Liverpool for the signing of Benfica striker Darwin Nunez, sources have told ESPN.

It's been phenomenal to bear witness to the conveyor belt of goalscoring prowess that Uruguay have churned out over the past 35 years.

The fit is important, but Núñez has a lot of strings to his bow and isn’t necessarily a systems player. He notched 16 goals in 32 games the season prior to that for Almería in LaLiga 2, but even that is a far from spectacular return. Liverpool of course signed a player from the Portuguese league in January who hit the ground running in no time at all. For Uruguay U20s he netted just four times in 14 games while for the senior side he has just two in nine. It’s a mix of composure and technique that makes Núñez impressive in front of goal. Cavani and Suárez in particular possess that in abundance, and it’s no surprise that Núñez recently said that the former is his idol. These qualities mostly relate to his ability in and around the penalty area. He averaged more non-penalty goals per 90 than any other player in the top six ranked European leagues in 2021-22 (1.00), while his 0.69 non-penalty xG per 90 was only bettered by four players. He has the positional intelligence to create perfect receiving angles from a through pass, and the pace and strength to steamroll his way towards the goal when the pass is played. Some players gain that power and frame when they hit their early 20s and can sometimes struggle to maintain their technical ability as the extra weight becomes a burden. And now, with Cavani and Suárez’s careers nearing an end, a new model of Uruguayan striker looks set to arrive off the conveyor belt. Even three years later in the 2014 World Cup, all three featured in the group stage where they overcame Italy and England to make it to the last 16.

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I knew before, of course, but he played pretty much in front of me with his tough battles with Ibrahima Konate. I always say in these situations if he is healthy, it’s a big career ahead of him.” “He was physically strong, quick, was calm around his finish. I owe my family so much.” The youngster found the criticism so unbearable that he needed the help of a psychologist to help him deal with it. The 22-year-old star completed the campaign with 34 goals for Benfica and Klopp was so impressed that he wants to make him the new poster boy of his attack.

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With the help of Tom Kundert from Portugoal and Aaron Barton of Proxima Jornada, Eurosport's Pete Sharland analyses the strengths and weaknesses of Nunez's game ...

One thing that could be really fun to watch is watching Nunez inter-change positions with Martinelli on the left. Uruguay and Barca great Luis Suarez recommended Nunez but they didn’t have the financials to complete the deal. Barton believes that the goal Nunez scored against Barcelona in the Champions League group stage is the perfect example of what the Uruguayan’s game is all about. Not only is he quick at top speed but he is also surprisingly quick from the go, and that can often leave opposing defenders in his wake as they simply don’t expect it. I think there’s a feeling that if they can get a lot of money for him they should go for it. He's a bit rushed when he gets close to goal,” adds Kundert. He then pulls it back, cuts inside and fires home at the near post. Look, before we get carried away, this is not Erling Haaland 2.0. Nunez still has work to do. “Decent in the air, and an ice-cool penalty taker. It’s not just that he’s big either, Nunez is quick - deceptively quick. The first thing you’re going to notice when you put on some tape of Nunez is the sheer size of the lad. He’s listed at around 6'2" but he is one of those players who just 'feels' bigger than he officially is.

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Nunez scored 34 times in all competitions for Benfica last season and is rated at €100m (£85.5m); He is keen on a move to Liverpool and is the Reds number ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. Another Saturday, another chance to win £250,000 with Super 6. Oxlade Chamberlain is another player with just one year left on his contract. If Mane is to leave, Liverpool will only look to do business for a fee above the €30m that's been quoted and they would want a replacement sorted before allowing him to go. Another Saturday, another chance to win £250,000 with Super 6. Liverpool will look to strengthen their forward line this season.

The 22-year-old could be a replacement for Sadio Mane, Mohamed Salah or Roberto Firmino. Mane is set to leave the club and has been linked with a move to Bayern ...

What Liverpool have in their favor is playing in the Champions League next season as they finished in second place. Manchester United are preparing a squad overhaul and have identified Nuñez as someone who could lead their line next season. According to Sky Sports, the Reds have made Benfica striker Darwin Nuñez their top transfer target.

The 22-year-old could be a replacement for Sadio Mane, Mohamed Salah or Roberto Firmino. Mane is set to leave the club and has been linked with a move to Bayern ...

What Liverpool have in their favor is playing in the Champions League next season as they finished in second place. They won’t have to look far to find it either as rivals Manchester United are also reportedly interested in the striker. Landing Nuñez won’t be easy as they are certainly going to face competition.

Former Liverpool superstar Luis Suarez has weighed in with his opinion on potential new Reds' signing Darwin Nuñez and it'd be fair to say the 35-year-old ...

The future of the current Liverpool man Nuñez is set to replace, Sadio Mané, is also far from certain. Liverpool are known to be big fans of the youngster, but Fabrizio Romano believes no formal proposal has been made as of this moment. With Sadio Mané yet to officially depart, the Merseyside club can be patient in their pursuit.

Liverpool have reached an agreement on personal terms with Benfica striker Darwin Nunez, The Athletic understands.On Wednesday, it was revealed that...

Discussions are thought to be ongoing over the structure of the deal. I always say in these situations if he is healthy, it’s a big career ahead of him.” Liverpool are masters of recruitment but losing two stars at the peak of their powers in doubt could spark a testing rebuild... Darwin Nunez's preferred destination is Liverpool and there are growing hopes at Anfield that a deal will be done, as Bayern pursue Mane Liverpool are masters of recruitment but losing two stars at the peak of their powers in doubt could spark a testing rebuild... Darwin Nunez's preferred destination is Liverpool and there are growing hopes at Anfield that a deal will be done, as Bayern pursue Mane