Liverpool star Darwin Nunez was the subject of two bids from Saudi Pro League giants Al-Nassr during the January transfer window, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed.
The Uruguayan forward was linked with a move away from Anfield, attracting interest from AC Milan, Al-Hilal, and Al-Nassr. Reports previously suggested that Al-Hilal tabled a £70 million bid, which was swiftly rejected by Liverpool.
However, Al-Nassr were also in the race, launching two separate offers to lure Nunez to Saudi Arabia, with discussions reaching an advanced stage.
Liverpool turned down two bids from Al-Nassr for Darwin Nunez
Romano, speaking to GiveMeSport, revealed that Al-Nassr had a clear plan in place to sign Nunez, holding over three rounds of direct talks with the player and his representatives. The Saudi side were eager to pair him with Cristiano Ronaldo, believing the Liverpool striker would be the perfect attacking partner.
Their second bid reportedly came close to Liverpool’s valuation, and a financial agreement was nearly reached between all parties involved. Nunez himself was open to the move, but Liverpool ultimately refused to sanction the deal, fearing they wouldn’t be able to find an adequate replacement in the limited time available during the January window.
