Former Chelsea defender Marcel Desailly has reportedly encouraged the club to consider a surprise move for Darwin Núñez, suggesting the former Liverpool striker could still offer value as part of the Blues’ attacking rebuild.
Núñez, who left Liverpool earlier in the summer after an inconsistent spell in the Premier League, has remained a talking point in transfer circles due to his physical profile, relentless running and ability to stretch defences.
Despite questions over his finishing consistency, the Uruguay international’s underlying numbers and work rate have continued to attract interest from clubs across Europe.
According to reports, Desailly believes CHELSEA could benefit from a player with Núñez’s direct style and athletic presence, particularly as the club looks to add more penetration and physicality to its forward line.
“A player who could suit the profile is former Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez,” Desailly told Betway. “If you give him the confidence and belief, he will not feel shy because the people in the system are a higher grade than him.
“That is what happened to him at Liverpool. There were too many players higher grade than him, so he couldn’t express himself. At Chelsea, I’m sure he would express himself and perform.
“They need a striker but I’m not sure exactly who it will be or where they will get him. Unless they find one in Germany who we don’t know much about yet, but they have to match the profile of what Chelsea is looking for.”
From a tactical perspective, Núñez could offer Chelsea a different dimension. His ability to run in behind defences would complement a possession-heavy approach, while his pressing intensity aligns with the high-energy style the club has sought to implement under recent managerial structures.
However, questions remain over his end product and decision-making in key moments, areas that have previously limited his impact at the highest level. Any potential move would likely depend on price, role clarity and whether CHELSEA view him as a starter or rotational option.
For now, Desailly’s endorsement adds an unexpected layer to Chelsea’s summer discussions. While no formal approach has been reported, Darwin Núñez’s name is once again circulating in Premier League transfer conversation, with the Blues among the clubs loosely linked to a possible revival project.
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