Julian Alvarez to Liverpool? Darwin Nunez Could Be the Key to a Bold Summer Move
Darwin’s Next Step May Open New Door for Reds
Liverpool’s title-winning season may have ended in jubilation, but for Darwin Nunez, it marked a quiet closing chapter. The Uruguayan striker, who lit up glimpses of his potential in games like the brace against Brentford, now appears to be edging toward the Anfield exit. As Sam McGuire revealed in Anfield Watch, “the former Benfica man could be sold for as little as £35million this summer.” That figure feels like a bargain in today’s market, especially for a 25-year-old with physical attributes and goal threat to trouble any defence.
Atletico Madrid seem to have first dibs on that reduced price, with McGuire reporting that “Atletico Madrid, however, are the only team with access to Darwin at this discounted rate.” Diego Simeone’s admiration for the forward is no secret, and if the stars align, this move could open the way for Liverpool’s next marquee forward.
Alvarez: The Firmino Reincarnation?
Enter Julian Alvarez. A player who combines grit and guile, versatility and vision. According to the report, “Liverpool are huge fans of Julian Alvarez,” and for good reason. As a hard-working forward who “can play a variety of roles across the forward line,” he feels like a natural fit for Arne Slot’s system. McGuire adds, “a young Roberto Firmino would be the perfect solution. Alvarez is viewed as someone who fits that mould.”
It’s not just his style – it’s his Premier League familiarity. He knows the tempo, the press, the tight spaces. That readiness is exactly what Slot needs in a transition season, where system bedding and identity shaping must happen in parallel.
South American Connections Matter
This isn’t just transfer chess – it’s cultural alignment. Liverpool’s South American core continues to grow and thrive, and Alvarez is well connected. “The Reds have three trump cards in Alexis Mac Allister, Gonzalo Siegrist and Fernando Troiani,” notes McGuire. The trio could prove crucial in convincing Alvarez to swap Madrid for Merseyside.
Mac Allister is more than a teammate – he’s a friend and a trusted international ally. “The Argentine striker has a good relationship with the latter two, both South American scouts for Liverpool,” writes McGuire. That sort of chemistry and trust behind the scenes can turn the tide in tight negotiations.
Darwin’s Departure Could Fund a New Era
Liverpool’s strategy appears clear: flexibility on Darwin could lead to reward with Alvarez. McGuire states, “Liverpool are prepared to be flexible with Darwin if it gives them favourable terms to bring Alvarez back to the Premier League.” This is smart business.
If Alvarez feels he has “unfinished business in the Premier League,” then the Reds are ready to offer him a starring role. “The Reds are open to making him their main man in attack,” McGuire reveals – and that, for a player who was living in Erling Haaland’s shadow, could be irresistible.
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There’s a sense among fans that this could be one of those decisive summers – not because of panic, but because of planning. Darwin Nunez never quite felt like the perfect puzzle piece, despite moments of promise. If Atletico are offering a route out and £35million back, it’s hard to argue against the logic. At that price, it’s recoupable business.
Alvarez, however, feels like a move with more synergy. He offers a hybrid of what made Firmino beloved and what Liverpool need post-Klopp – technical sharpness, selfless running, and creative vision. Throw in the South American connection and a manager like Arne Slot who values tactical flexibility, and it’s easy to see the appeal.
Would Alvarez join? That’s the only lingering doubt. He’s settled in Madrid, and Liverpool aren’t alone in their interest. But as McGuire notes, “if there’s any club that could tempt him to leave after just 12 months, it is Liverpool.” The promise of spearheading a new era at Anfield might just be the temptation that tips the scales.
