LFC TRANSFERS NEWS LIVE 5 potential players that Liverpool might sign to replace Darwin Nunez

5 potential players that Liverpool might sign to replace Darwin Nunez

Darwin Nunez of Liverpool

After considering Darwin Nunez’s two matches, Liverpool manager Arne Slot said he couldn’t accept his work rate.

Nunez played in the second half as a substitute against Wolves on 16 February and another at Aston Villa on 19 February.

He missed an open goal at Aston Villa and was later benched at Manchester City. Slot initially defended Nunez, but the disappointment impacted his work rate.

Slot added that he can’t accept if a player doesn’t give everything. He believed Nunez gave his everything but stated that the striker didn’t play like himself after his first misstep.

Nunez’s time under Slot has been difficult, with only six goals scored in the 35 matches he played. On the other hand, Atletico Madrid had linked with Nunez. There’s also a potential that he would move to the Saudi Pro League, which had shown interest in him. Seeing this potential exit, Liverpool is currently looking for the right replacement.

So, who could Liverpool sign to replace Nunez? Knowing possible transfers can be important for many, especially for fans who like placing bets on their favorite teams. Making informed decisions while betting on top sportsbooks with Hacksaw Gaming collection on the side can be crucial for the bet results. Here are several names rumored to be catching Liverpool’s interest as the perfect replacement.

Alexander Isak

When it comes to who Liverpool wants to be on their team, Alexander Isak would probably be the first answer. Slot and the recruitment team had seen how Isak performed on Sunday, 16 February, deeming him perfect as the club’s number one center-forward target. Signing Isak would be the best way to improve Slot’s striking options during the off-season.

In fact, Liverpool is trying to offer Darwin Nunez in exchange for Alexander Isak to ensure they can afford the transfer. This might be the only obstacle in the way of obtaining Alexander Isak, as the price tag is estimated at £150 million to finish the transfer. By offering Nunez, whose value estimation is around £60 million, Liverpool is hoping to sweeten the deal.

Liverpool isn’t the only suitor for Isak; Arsenal is also rumored to target him. Isak himself joined Newcastle for a club-record fee of £63 million, having scored 54 goals in 96 games; among them, 19 in 29 came from the 2024-25 campaign.

Joao Pedro

Although the talk about taking in Joao Pedro wasn’t linked to Nunez’s exit, Liverpool had been rumored to be highly interested in Pedro. The club has been reported to be following Pedro for almost five years and was planning to make the Brighton striker a priority for next season.

Pedro is rumored to be open to leaving Brighton for one of the Premier League’s top teams, that includes Liverpool. The club sees Pedro as an excellent, versatile addition to the team who can play anywhere across the front line.

If Liverpool wants to take Pedro as Nunez’s replacement, they would face a tough negotiation, which Brighton is known for. Pedro would unlikely come cheap, as the star player was paid £30 million in 2023. Isak might be Liverpool’s first choice, but the deal can become impossible if the Magpies qualify for the Champions League. Meanwhile, Brighton will have many things to consider. These include their finances, where the Seagulls finish, and many other aspects.

Jonathan David

The rumor that Liverpool wanted to take Jonathan David has been around for a while. He was one of the players shortlisted in the summer when the club signed Diogo Jota. If the Reds had decided to go with Jonathan David, he would have been available to take the deal.

The Canadian forward had been told that he would suit Arne Slot’s play style and was encouraged to join the club. He scored at Anfield in January when Liverpool beat Lille 2-1 in the Champions League. Meanwhile, David has been scoring relatively consistently since joining the club. He has 104 goals in 216 matches he played throughout his career.

Several Premier League clubs, mainly Manchester United, have been mentioned before as David’s potential destinations. However, David’s former teammate, Jose Fonte, disagreed and urged him to consider Liverpool or Arsenal.

Mohamed Amoura

Liverpool’s interest in Mohamed Amoura has been evident since last summer. The Algerian played against the Reds in the Europa League last season in Belgium, sparking the interest of the Anfield Chiefs. This is why Mohamed Amoura may be the perfect new addition to the team to fill Nunez’s spot.

Besides Amoura, Liverpool is rumored to be interested in taking in Konstantinos Koulierakis. While Amoura would replace Darwin Nunez, Koulierakis was thought to be the perfect choice to replace Virgil van Dijk if he exits. The two names have been reported to be on Richard Hughes’s and his recruitment team’s list of potential options for the summer transfer.

Amoura is on loan at Wolfsburg and has made eight goals and assists in his Bundesliga appearances this campaign. In addition to Liverpool, Amoura also caught the attention of Arsenal and Eintracht Frankfurt. Arsenal reportedly had discussed the transfer possibility with the player’s agent.