Darwin Núñez Excluded from Al-Hilal’s League Squad

A few years back, Liverpool invested approximately 85 million euros to acquire Darwin Núñez from Benfica. Now, however, Núñez has been omitted from Al-Hilal’s league roster.

Speculation About a European Return

Not long after his transfer to the Saudi Pro League in the summer, speculation about a possible return to Europe began to circulate.

Declining Role with New Arrivals

With the addition of Karim Benzema to Al-Hilal from another Saudi club, Núñez appears to be falling further down the pecking order. This has considerably impacted his opportunities for playing time and recognition within the team.

Transparent Moves from Al-Hilal

It seems Al-Hilal is not attempting to conceal this development and has been quite candid about it. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the club has officially excluded Núñez from their league squad.

Reason for the Decision

This decision is reportedly influenced by the recent signing of 38-year-old Karim Benzema.

Continued Participation in Asian Competitions

Despite this setback, Núñez is still included in the plans for the club’s participation in Asian tournaments. His name remains on the roster for the AFC Champions League, where Al-Hilal is competing for the continental championship.

Challenging Times for the Young Uruguayan

This situation is far from ideal for the former Liverpool player, especially considering he is only 26 years old and has a World Cup with Uruguay on the horizon.