Liverpool Firm on Nunez Valuation Amid Saudi Interest

Liverpool has rejected a £70 million bid from Saudi club Al-Hilal for striker Darwin Núñez, holding firm on a valuation of at least £85 million. Despite interest from Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr, Liverpool is not eager to sell unless a better offer is made, while Núñez himself is reportedly reluctant to move to Saudi Arabia. The Uruguayan, signed from Benfica in 2022 for a potential £85 million, has struggled for consistent form and regular playing time under new manager Arne Slot, who prefers other forwards like Diogo Jota and Luis Diaz. Former Liverpool player Emile Heskey and club legend Robbie Fowler have both voiced concerns about Núñez's future at Anfield, with Fowler specifically criticizing his finishing and decision-making. While Al-Hilal is interested, they face challenges due to their current quota of foreign players, and any potential deal would require them to make adjustments to their squad.