Darwin Nunez Completes Move to Al Hilal from Liverpool

Darwin Nunez has joined Al Hilal from Liverpool. He signed a three-year contract after three seasons at Anfield. The Saudi Pro League team paid about €53 million plus add-ons for the Uruguayan striker, as reports confirm.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Nunez, 26, completed his move to Al Hilal on Saturday night. He agreed to stay there until 2028, as indicated by the contract details. The Uruguayan international played 143 games for Liverpool, scored 40 goals, and assisted 26 times. He helped Liverpool win the Premier League and other domestic cups. Recently, he impressed everyone by scoring five goals in four pre-season matches, including a 20-minute hat trick, according to reports of his performance. Now, Nunez is the star signing for new Al Hilal manager Simone Inzaghi, who had specifically wanted him as his main target.

HOW DOES THIS TRANSFER AFFECT BOTH TEAMS?

For Al Hilal, Nunez is joining at a perfect time. After winning the league in 2023-24, they finished second last season and are keen to defend their title this year. With well-known signings like French full-back Theo Hernandez, Al Hilal’s goals for 2025-26 are clear. Liverpool, on the other hand, are changing their squad for the new Premier League season. Without Nunez, the Reds will depend on new players like Florian Wirtz and Hugo Etikite to take his place as they reshape their squad.

WHAT COMES NEXT?

Al Hilal’s new season starts later this month. They will compete in a tough Saudi Pro League that includes the current champions, Al Ittihad. Nunez is expected to be Inzaghi’s main striker, as the team strengthens its squad to contend for the title. Liverpool begins the Premier League season soon, aiming for the title once again. Everyone will watch Nunez and Liverpool to see how they adjust to these changes. The race for the Saudi Pro League golden boot is now more interesting than ever.