Al Nassr's secret January bid for Liverpool's Nunez uncovered

The January transfer window often sees unexpected developments, with clubs reacting quickly to opportunities. According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Al Nassr made two significant bids for Liverpool's Darwin Nunez in late January, the second being worth over €75 million with additional bonuses.

Negotiations with the player were advanced, and the Saudi club was confident of securing a deal. However, Liverpool's reluctance to part ways with the Uruguayan striker during a complicated transfer window played a major role in blocking the transfer.

The Saudi club's interest went beyond just a formal bid. They held several rounds of talks with the 25-year-old, eager to secure him as a partner for Cristiano Ronaldo in their attack. However, the Reds' inability to find a suitable replacement for the forward proved to be the deal-breaker.

In the end, the combination of a tight market and Liverpool's ambitions for the season led to the rejection of the transfer. With key competitions still within reach, the Reds opted to keep him and reassess their squad in the summer, leaving Al Nassr to focus on other targets.

 

February 11, 2025