**With just nine games left in their season, Liverpool remain fully focused on securing their second Premier League title in five years.**
However, the club is already laying the groundwork for a major summer overhaul, and one of the key areas set for change is the centre-forward position.
According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool are making moves to part ways with Darwin Núñez, with the Uruguayan striker expected to leave Anfield at the end of the season.
**Darwin Núñez’s departure edges closer**
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Since arriving in 2022, Núñez has had a turbulent spell at Liverpool, often showing flashes of brilliance but failing to deliver the consistency needed to lead the line for a title-challenging side. His chaotic style has won him admirers, but it has also left questions about whether he truly fits into Arne Slot’s vision for the club.
Romano has now confirmed that Liverpool are preparing for Núñez’s departure, stating that “movements have already started” regarding his future.
“We expect Darwin Núñez to be one of the names to watch in the summer,” Romano revealed on his [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/@FabrizioRomanoYT).
“According to my information, Darwin was already very open to joining Al Nassr in January. He was ready to say yes to Saudi, ready to say yes to the project, but Liverpool decided to keep him in the squad and not change anything.”
**Liverpool’s striker shortlist taking shape**
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While Núñez remained at Anfield for the second half of the season, it appears that Liverpool were already laying the foundation for his exit.
Romano suggests that Liverpool held back from making a January signing because their top targets were not available.
“They have a list for the summer but those players weren’t available, so they decided against investing money in a player they didn’t 100 per cent trust in January and to wait for the summer,” Romano explained.
Among the names linked to replace Núñez is Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak, who has emerged as one of Liverpool’s priority targets.
The Swedish striker is seen as a perfect fit for Slot’s system, given his technical ability, composure in front of goal, and Premier League experience.
**A Premier League farewell for Núñez?**
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With European clubs, Saudi Arabian teams, and others monitoring Núñez’s situation, it appears highly likely that Liverpool will cash in on the 24-year-old this summer.
As Liverpool push towards their Premier League title charge, it remains to be seen how much game time Núñez will receive in these final matches.
If all goes to plan, it could be a fitting farewell – lifting the Premier League trophy before heading toward a new chapter in his career.