Live from Fabrizio Romano this morning, Liverpool make surprising decision on the future of Darwin Nunez.

Fabrizio Romano recently reported on ‘genuine’ interest from the Saudi Pro League in Darwin Núñez, though it hadn’t progressed to anything ‘concrete,’ and emphasized that the 25-year-old remains an ‘important’ player for Liverpool. Jamie Carragher, speaking on Sky Sports, expressed doubts about Núñez staying at Anfield beyond the current season, despite his impactful performance off the bench against Brentford.

In contrast, James Pearce, writing for *The Athletic*, dismissed any notion of Núñez leaving in January. He stated that Liverpool have no intention of selling the striker and that Núñez is committed to earning a regular starting role under Arne Slot. Pearce clarified that no offers had been received for the player and noted the Uruguayan’s determination to compete for more game time.

Even with his dramatic brace at Brentford, the current season has been frustrating for Núñez, who had only scored four goals prior to that match. He has started just 33% of Liverpool’s Premier League fixtures this season, with only two league starts since early December. Additionally, Luis Díaz, a natural winger, has often been preferred in the center-forward role.

The hope is that Núñez’s performance against Brentford signals the start of a consistent scoring run rather than a one-off display. Despite not scoring as a substitute earlier in the season, his recent bench impact might challenge perceptions about his best role. Whether this leads Slot to start him more frequently remains uncertain.

With Diogo Jota sidelined due to injury, Núñez is likely to have more opportunities in upcoming games. He must capitalize on these chances to prove his value. For Liverpool, retaining their number 9 could be crucial, as 2025 might be the year when Núñez finally silences his critics and fulfills his potential.