Napoli Looks at Darwin Nunez as Main Striker Target

Napoli is focusing on signing Darwin Nunez as their top striker target for the summer. They are in talks with Liverpool to see if a deal can happen.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Napoli is interested in making Darwin Nunez their main striker for next season. They are not considering other options until they know if they can sign him. Discussions with Liverpool will continue next week to see if they can agree on a transfer fee and salary. Liverpool wants around £50 million plus bonuses, which is less than what they paid in 2022. Napoli’s plans follow their sporting director’s questions about Nunez’s and Federico Chiesa’s availability this summer.

NAPOLI’S PLANS AND NUNEZ’S SEASON

Napoli finished seventh in the 2024/25 Serie A season. They missed out on Champions League qualification but secured a Conference League spot. They struggled to find a reliable goal scorer after Victor Osimhen’s departure. Nunez had a mixed season at Liverpool, scoring only five Premier League goals and not being a regular starter. Despite a strong start at Anfield, he couldn’t consistently deliver the goals Liverpool needed, leading to speculation about his future. Nunez reportedly turned down offers from Saudi Arabia in favor of staying in a top European league.

WHAT COMES NEXT?

Both clubs are scheduled to continue talks next week. Napoli is determined to sign Nunez, while Liverpool is open to negotiations if their price is met. If a deal is agreed upon, Napoli hopes Nunez can revive their attack as they aim for a better domestic campaign and deeper runs in Europe. Liverpool is already strengthening in other positions and may look for a new striker if Nunez departs. Napoli’s first fixture of the new Serie A season is expected soon, while Liverpool eyes a fresh start under new management in the Premier League.