Darwin Nunez is unlikely to leave Liverpool for Arsenal before the end of this month, according to renowned transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano.
Nunez, who turns 26 in January, has recently become the subject of speculation after failing to start the Reds’ last two league matches. That’s why he is reportedly linked with a summer move to Arsenal.
However, Romano has claimed that the Uruguayan striker is expected to stay at Liverpool this summer. The Italian reporter said (h/t TBR):
“I have absolutely no idea where this came from. I had a lot of questions on my
Romano denied recent rumors about the striker’s future, adding:
“I called some of my sources to find out more about Darwin. First of all I saw some rumors about Arsenal – nothing! There is absolutely nothing between Arsenal, Liverpool, Darwin and Darwin’s agents. Nothing!”
Nunez, whose current contract expires in June 2028, had an excellent season last time. The 25-year-old has scored 18 goals and provided 13 assists in 3,026 minutes across 54 appearances.
By comparison, Arsenal star Kai Havertz scored 14 goals and provided seven assists in 3,827 minutes, a total of 51 games last season.
Meanwhile, Nunez will be in action for the Merseyside club in their league match against rivals Manchester United next Sunday (September 1).
Federico Chiesa confirms move from Liverpool
Earlier this Wednesday, the Reds reportedly reached an agreement to sign Federico Chiesa from Juventus in a deal worth up to £12.5 million.
When asked to give his opinion on his possible move from the Bianconeri against the Merseyside club, the 26-year-old replied (h/t X/@FabrizioRomano):
“I’m very happy, I can’t wait to become a new Liverpool player. Me and my family, we are really so happy. I want to thank Juventus and the fans, they have always been special to me. Now It It’s time for Liverpool, I’m so happy I can’t wait.”
Chiesa, who suffered a serious knee ligament problem in 2022, is in the final eleven months of his current contract with Juventus. Furthermore, it is not believed to be in mint condition Bianconeri The plans of head coach Thiago Motta.
The UEFA Euro 2020 winner has found the opponent’s net 32 ​​times in 131 appearances in all competitions for Juventus. The former Fiorentina winger has also contributed 23 assists for Serie A.
Edited by Debkalpa Banerjee
