Liverpool Set to Offload Key Striker as Arne Slot Looks to Shake Up Squad: Reports

Since the Dutchman took over in the summer, Liverpool have made a seamless transition, leaving many wondering what would happen after Jurgen Klopp's departure. The Reds currently lead the Premier League and continue to chase three other trophies.

But according to reports from Spain, hierarchy at Anfield and Melwood are considering the sale of one striker who has just four goals to his name so far this season.

Liverpool to let go of Darwin Nunez

According to Fichajes, Darwin Nunez could be axed as Slot decides whether he sees the 25-year-old as a key part of his plans moving forward. Nunez arrived at Liverpool from Benfica in 2022.

AC Milan are touted as an interested party with Nunez being outshone once again by the electric form of Mohamed Salah so far this term.

Nunez is under contract with the Merseysiders until 2028 and the Serie A giants would likely have to bid around the £30-40m mark in order to bolster their attack.

The futures of Salah, Virgil van Dijk, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Alisson are all yet to be confirmed by Slot as his masterplan to reinvigorate Liverpool’s ageing squad top of his to-do list.

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That could also mean Nunez’s days are numbered with his goal conversion rate and big chances missed a constant talking point when factoring in his contribution under Klopp and now Slot.

"Of course, as a number nine you want to score more goals and that's definitely what he wants as well,” said Slot when asked about Nunez earlier this season.

“But I'm not only judging Mohamed Salah on his goals and Darwin on his goals - I also judge them on their work-rate and what they bring to the team.

In FourFourTwo’s view, it would be a bold move for Liverpool to part ways with Nunez given his age. But if Slot cannot see a way to use the Uruguayan in his system in the long-term, a replacement could be sought.

Liverpool are back in Premier League action on Sunday as they take on rivals Manchester United at Anfield.