Serie A giants offer struggling Liverpool star an escape route amidst Saudi uncertainity

Slot’s preference for Luis Díaz in a more central role, combined with tactical tweaks, left Núñez on the fringes. His last start came in March, fueling speculation of an exit that now seems inevitable. But make no mistake, Liverpool will not offload him on the cheap. The Reds have already turned down an £80 million bid from Al-Nassr in January, and that valuation remains the benchmark.

Liverpool hold the cards in decisive summer

With Napoli and Atletico Madrid circling, and Saudi money never far behind, Liverpool are in a strong position. Núñez is under contract until 2028, and while he may not be central to Slot’s plans, he still commands serious market value. The club must now decide whether to cash in this summer or offer a fresh start elsewhere on loan.

Napoli may promise Champions League football and a high-profile project under Conte, but unless they meet Liverpool’s valuation, or structure a deal that benefits the Reds long-term, FSG and the recruitment team are unlikely to budge. Liverpool have been smart sellers in recent years, and this situation will be no different.

If Núñez departs, Liverpool will be better positioned to reinvest in a more tactically tailored forward, potentially someone who thrives under Slot’s system and complements the emerging frontline of Cody Gakpo, Luis Díaz, Mohamed Salah and potentially Florian Wirtz. With Julian Alvarez also linked, the Reds are playing this one with patience and purpose.

Darwin Núñez may not have lived up to his blockbuster fee, but Liverpool don’t do desperation sales. Whether it’s Napoli or another club, the Reds will dictate the terms, and rightly so. If Núñez leaves, he’ll go with best wishes, but the focus remains clear: Liverpool are building for the future with discipline, direction, and control. And as always, Anfield will move forward stronger.