"Barcelona are reportedly exploring the market for strikers, with former Liverpool front-man Darwin Nunez emerging as one surprise target. According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Nunez is being considered by Barca as he's supposedly tempted to return to Europe after a spell with Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal. The Uruguay international only left Liverpool for Al Hilal just over six months ago, and he's not exactly set the world alight at his new club either. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAY After a disappointing 40 goals in 143 games for Liverpool, Nunez was allowed to leave, and he's only managed 9 in 24 appearances for Al Hilal. Given the lower level of football in Saudi Arabia, this doesn't exactly bode well for Nunez as he looks for a move back to a higher level."
"Fichajes' report suggests Nunez is not necessarily a priority for Barcelona, even if he has qualities they like. Darwin Nunez celebrates a goal for Al Hilal (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images) It could be that the 26-year-old would prove a useful squad player at the Nou Camp, but fans would probably rather see the club push the boat out for a more ambitious signing. Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane is also mentioned in the report, as is Juventus' Dusan Vlahovic. This could be the problem for the Catalan giants as much as Kane would obviously be the dream signing, he's not realistic due to the money involved, and his importance to Bayern. That means less glamorous names like Nunez and Vlahovic need to be considered as alternatives as well."
Barcelona are exploring the striker market and have identified Darwin Nunez as a surprise target. Nunez left Liverpool for Al Hilal just over six months ago and appears open to a return to Europe. He scored 40 goals in 143 appearances for Liverpool and has netted 9 times in 24 matches for Al Hilal. The lower competitive level of the Saudi Pro League weakens his case for an immediate step back to elite European football. Nunez could function as a squad option rather than a marquee signing. More established names such as Harry Kane and Dusan Vlahovic remain linked as alternatives.
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