UEFA Champions League side launch surprise move for Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez - Reports

AC Milan have reportedly made a surprise move to bring Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez to San Siro. The Uruguayan star arrived at Anfield from Benfica in 2022 for a reported club-record fee of £85m.

Darwin Nunez's journey with Liverpool has been filled with ups and downs, as the 25-year-old is yet to meet the expectations based on his potential. His inconsistent form has also held him back from having a regular place in Arne Slot’s starting lineup.

Nunez has started in 13 of the 23 matches he has appeared for the Reds in this season while registering four goals and three assists.

AC Milan's reported interest in Darwin Nunez comes amid their search for reinforcements in the attack line for the next season. DaveOCKOP reported that the Rossoneri have reached out to the Reds with a formal proposal that offers a €5 million loan fee along with a clause of obligation to buy for €45 million for the Peñarol graduate.

AC Milan's reported loan offer to Liverpool for Nunez might be beneficial for all three. The Reds have no shortage in the role and can profit from the financial flexibility. The forward, meanwhile, will get a chance to grow further with a fresh start at a new challenge.

Overall, Darwin Nunez has recorded 37 goals and 20 assists in 119 appearances across competitions for the Reds. His current contract at Anfield is valid until the summer of 2028.

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Liverpool and Manchester City reportedly identify Serie A star as Martin Zubimendi's alternative

Liverpool and Manchester City have identified Samuele Ricci as their alternative transfer target in case the Premier League giants fail to secure Martin Zubimendi's signature, as per Sport Mediaset.

The Reds and City are reportedly interested in adding a midfielder to strengthen their respective squads in the upcoming transfer window. The reigning league champions are also expected to be looking for a potential replacement for Kevin De Bruyne, whose contract at Eithad is set to expire next summer.

Samuele Ricci is currently playing for Serie A club Torino and his contract there is valid until the summer of 2026. He has started in 19 out of the 20 appearances he has made for Torino this season while providing one goal and one assist.

Even though Ricci might be a potential ideal addition for Liverpool and Manchester City, Torino are reportedly interested in retaining the midfielder. The Serie A club plan on offering him a new extended contract while the club president, Urbano Cairo, has estimated him at £29 million, as per TBR Football.