Manchester United’s ongoing struggles in front of goal have reignited speculation about potential reinforcements, with an unexpected name emerging in the mix—Liverpool striker Darwin Núñez. Although United’s season began shakily, the arrival of manager Rúben Amorim has injected fresh hope into the squad. Despite this, the club remains stuck in the lower half of the Premier League table, which has only heightened the urgency to strengthen their attacking options.
Darwin Núñez, now 25, has endured a tough spell at Liverpool under new boss Arne Slot. So far this season, he has managed just two goals in 15 Premier League outings and has been named in the starting lineup only seven times. His underwhelming form and inconsistent performances have led to growing speculation that he could be on the move this summer. It’s reported that Manchester United are revisiting their previous interest in the Uruguayan forward, drawn by his speed, strength, and pressing ability—qualities that could potentially suit Amorim’s high-intensity system.
While no credible reports have confirmed any active pursuit by United at this point, Núñez’s situation at Liverpool has taken a noticeable downturn. His overall contributions—four goals and four assists in 26 appearances across all competitions—have been modest, and Slot has publicly questioned his work ethic and consistency, even omitting him from recent matchday squads against Wolves and Aston Villa.
Reports suggest that Liverpool may be open to offers for Núñez if they secure another striker, with clubs such as Al-Hilal and Atlético Madrid monitoring the situation. Núñez himself is reportedly not opposed to a fresh start elsewhere. Though some outlets claim Manchester United are now “leading the race” to sign him, that narrative appears to be driven more by media speculation than by concrete developments. It’s worth noting that United were once interested in the striker back when he was at Benfica, but that pursuit cooled due to Champions League qualification concerns at the time.
As it stands, there has been no official contact between the clubs, no formal bids, and Liverpool have not publicly placed Núñez on the transfer list. While the idea of Núñez joining United is intriguing, especially given the tactical match under Amorim, it remains far from a confirmed move. His raw talent and physical attributes are appealing, but his inconsistent form and the fierce rivalry between the two clubs add significant risk to any potential deal.
