LIVERPOOL: Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez is reportedly closing in on a move to Saudi club Al-Hilal, which could allow the Premier League champions to make a fresh bid for Newcastle’s Alexander Isak. Nunez joined the Reds for an initial 75 million euros ($87 million, £65 million) from Benfica three years ago but has failed to live up to that price tag. The Uruguayan has scored 40 goals in 143 appearances but slipped down the pecking order at Anfield under both Jurgen Klopp and Arne Slot.

With PIF-owned Al Hilal interested in Darwin Nunez, could Newcastle's owners be paving the way for Alexander Isak's move to Liverpool?

Liverpool have given Darwin Núñez permission to negotiate a move to the Saudi Pro League, with Al-Hilal close to finalising a fee