Liverpool
Liverpool Eyes Premier League Striker as Potential Replacement for Darwin Nunez
Liverpool is reportedly eyeing a Premier League striker as a potential replacement for Darwin Nunez this summer.
Nunez, who joined the Reds in the summer of 2022 for a club-record fee of £85 million, has delivered impressive stats with 33 goals and 17 assists in 96 appearances across all competitions.
Despite a strong contribution in Jurgen Klopp’s final season at Anfield, Nunez faced criticism for a recent goal drought, leading to speculation about his future at the club.
Newly-appointed Liverpool manager Arne Slot is reportedly considering Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins as a top target, aiming to bolster the squad’s attacking options.
Watkins, who signed a long-term contract with Villa last October, has expressed his commitment to the club but remains a target for Liverpool.
The 28-year-old enjoyed a prolific season, netting 27 goals and providing 13 assists in 53 appearances for Villa, earning him a call-up to the provisional England squad for Euro 2024.
Liverpool’s pursuit of Watkins suggests a strategic move to strengthen their attacking line-up ahead of the upcoming season, with the striker’s impressive club form and international recognition adding weight to their interest.
The Reds are expected to intensify their efforts to secure Watkins, viewing him as a key asset to bolster their forward line and compete for silverware in the upcoming campaign.
