Milan eye Darwin Núñez: first move made, Al Hilal also keen 👀 | OneFootball

The Rossoneri club is strongly targeting Liverpool's center forward: initial talks have begun, but the negotiation is complex. Other names on the table include Vlahovic and Hojlund.

Milan, dream of Darwin Núñez: first contact for the Uruguayan, but Al Hilal is watching

Milan has set its sights on Darwin Núñez: contacts initiated, but the path is uphill

Milan has identified Darwin Núñez, recently a favorite of Napoli, as the ideal profile to strengthen the offensive department for the 2025/26 season. According to sources close to the club, the Rossoneri's sporting director has already made initial contact with the Uruguayan striker, born in 1999, currently playing for Liverpool.

Despite the strong technical appreciation and the desire to offer Massimiliano Allegri an international-level center forward, the negotiation is anything but simple. Liverpool has not officially opened to the sale yet, and the cost of the operation – including transfer fee and salary – represents a significant obstacle.

Saudi competition: Al Hilal remains vigilant

Complicating Núñez's potential move to the Rossoneri is the presence of Al Hilal. The Saudi club has not yet made an official offer but is closely monitoring the situation and is ready to step in if Liverpool decides to open to the sale. The financial strength of the Middle Eastern club could pose a serious threat to Milan's ambitions, especially regarding salary.

Center forward target: the list of Rossoneri alternatives

Darwin Núñez remains at the top of the Rossoneri's wish list, but Milan is not limiting itself to just one option. Alternatives with different profiles and costs, yet still functional to the technical project, are being considered in parallel:

Dusan Vlahovic, whose future at Juventus is still uncertain;

Rasmus Højlund, who was also followed a year ago before his transfer to Manchester United;

Arnaud Kalimuendo, Rennes' striker, considered a more economically sustainable option.

All profiles that meet the need to ensure depth, physicality, and goals in a season where Milan will compete on multiple fronts.

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