New Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho has set his sights on a surprising summer target: Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez, according to Turkish outlet Ajansspor.

Reds’ Record Breaker Struggles to Fully Convince

Liverpool spent a club-record £85 million on Nunez in 2022, but the Uruguayan international hasn’t quite lived up to expectations.

While he has delivered decent numbers (33 goals and 17 assists in 96 appearances), his finishing has been inconsistent, particularly during crucial moments in Liverpool’s failed Premier League title challenge.

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Fenerbahce See Loan Opportunity

With Michy Batshuayi’s shock move to rivals Galatasaray, Fenerbahce are looking for a replacement striker. Ajansspor claims Mourinho and super-agent Jorge Mendes, who represents Nunez (through Mendes’ agency Gestifute), are exploring the possibility of a season-long loan deal.

Unlikely Loan Move – Nunez Still Valuable to Liverpool

Despite Nunez reportedly deleting his Liverpool-related Instagram posts after facing criticism for missed chances, a loan move to Fenerbahce seems improbable.

Liverpool’s hefty investment and Nunez’s overall contribution (including work rate, pressing, and creating space for teammates) suggest he remains a valuable asset for the Reds.

Nunez’s Future Under New Manager

With two goals in three Copa America appearances for Uruguay and the arrival of new manager Arne Slot at Liverpool, Nunez has a chance to prove himself under a fresh approach.

It would be a surprise move for Nunez to leave Liverpool for Fenerbahce but the Turkish giants are expected to have an ambitious summer transfer policy following the appointment of Mourinho and their bid to win the Super Lig after a long wait.