Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Darwin Núñez is officially set to leave Liverpool for Al Hilal, following a confirmed verbal agreement between the clubs and the player, marking a major coup for the Saudi Pro League.
The deal, valued at €53 million plus performance-based add-ons, will see the 26-year-old striker sign a three-year contract with the Riyadh-based club. Núñez has agreed personal terms, with sources close to the deal confirming that manager Simone Inzaghi identified the Uruguayan as his top target and pushed directly for his signature.
A medical examination is the final step before the transfer becomes official.
Deal Breakdown:
Transfer Fee: €53 million + add-ons Contract Length: 3 years Salary Package: Undisclosed, but expected to be among the highest in the league Previous Club: Liverpool FC Goals Scored for Liverpool: 33 (in all competitions since 2022)
Núñez’s move is another sign of Al Hilal’s growing ambition, having already secured several marquee players from Europe in recent seasons. His pace, pressing ability, and unpredictable style are seen as ideal for Inzaghi’s tactical setup.
After two seasons at Anfield — where he showed both promise and frustration — Núñez now embarks on a new chapter in one of the world’s fastest-growing football markets.
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