Liverpool Emerge as Frontrunners to Sign Harry Kane Amidst Darwin Nunez Exit Rumors
Reports indicate that Liverpool is currently leading the pursuit to secure the signature of Harry Kane this summer, according to El Nacional. The Mirror adds that the prolific English striker’s contract with Bayern Munich included a £67 million release clause.
With Kane reportedly not activating this clause in the recent transfer window, it’s suggested that the price could decrease to £54 million next January. Liverpool are not alone in their interest, with Manchester United also keen, and Tottenham Hotspur potentially holding a buyback clause in his current deal.
Liverpool’s interest in bolstering their attack comes at a time when question marks surround the future of key players like Mohamed Salah and Darwin Nunez. Kane, at 31 years old, is also chasing history, currently only 47 goals shy of Alan Shearer’s Premier League goalscoring record of 260.
Expert Insight Favors Liverpool for Kane Signing
Former scout Mick Brown believes Liverpool would be the prime contenders for Kane if he decides to return to the Premier League this summer.
- Shearer’s Record: Brown suggests Kane’s ambition to surpass Alan Shearer’s goal record is a major factor driving a potential Premier League return.
- Top Clubs Interested: Kane’s quality is undeniable; he would be a starter for any top English club, but affordability remains a question.
- Manchester United’s Interest: While Manchester United has a long-standing interest, their financial capacity may be a hurdle.
- Liverpool’s Financial Stability: Brown highlights Liverpool’s stronger financial position and their manager’s desire to strengthen the attack with a top-tier center-forward.
- Liverpool as Frontrunners: Given these factors, Brown concludes that Liverpool would be at the “front of the line” if Kane becomes available.
Harry Kane’s move to Bayern Munich in the summer of 2023 has been highly productive, with an impressive record of 76 goals in 82 appearances for the German giants.
Darwin Nunez’s Liverpool Future in Doubt
Meanwhile, reports from Football Insider indicate that Darwin Nunez could be the first player to depart Liverpool this summer. The Uruguayan forward, signed from Benfica in 2022, has yet to fully convince at Anfield.
This season, Nunez has contributed seven goals and seven assists in 40 appearances across all competitions. However, only 17 of these were starting appearances. It’s suggested that the Liverpool hierarchy, including new management, is not entirely persuaded by the 25-year-old’s performances and may be open to his departure.
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