La Liga champions Real Madrid are reportedly closely monitoring the progress of Liverpool attacker Darwin Nunez.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Defensa Central, Darwin Nunez has emerged on the radar of Real Madrid. The reigning La Liga champions are tracking several attackers at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, including the Liverpool striker.
Darwin Nunez has seen his stock soar since moving to Europe three years ago. Joining Almeria enabled the 23-year-old to establish a foothold as a top striker on the continent. And he came leaps and bounds during a two-year stint with Benfica. The player’s next big move then came when he switched to Liverpool this past summer.
The Uruguayan international endured some teething problems at Anfield but has come into his own lately. Nunez has a decent tally of nine goals and two assists in 18 appearances for Liverpool. And his progress over the last few years has captured the attention of several high-profile clubs, including Real Madrid.
The Merengues are monitoring several strikers at the 2022 FIFA World Cup as they look to lay down a succession plan for Karim Benzema. Players like Gabriel Jesus, Cody Gakpo, and Richarlison have emerged on Real Madrid’s radar. And Nunez is another attacker they are tracking in Qatar.
Benzema has been sensational for Real Madrid in the last four years. But the ongoing season has taught Los Blancos a valuable lesson, with the Frenchman’s absence leaving them short in the final third. So Real Madrid will need to bring in an alternative for Benzema next year, even though they initially planned to pursue Erling Haaland in 2024.
Nunez is thus an attractive option for Real Madrid. But the reigning La Liga champions are unlikely to land the Liverpool attacker. With the 23-year-old only joining Liverpool this past summer, the Reds might not entertain any offers for him. In addition, the report claims that Cody Gakpo has impressed Real Madrid the most.
But with Manchester United being in the pole position to land the Dutchman, it will be interesting to see if Real Madrid can secure his services. For now, several strikers remain on Los Blancos’ radar over a possible move next year.
