Overview
- Multiple reports between Friday and Sunday say Núñez was de-registered at Al‑Hilal after Karim Benzema’s January arrival and has not played for the club since February.
- Mundo Deportivo and other outlets report Núñez is negotiating a contract termination with Al‑Hilal and is aware his name came up in talks involving super-agent Jorge Mendes.
- Barcelona have discussed him internally as a cheaper alternative for their number nine after spending heavily on Anthony Gordon, though no formal bid has been reported.
- Chelsea figures and pundits have publicly backed the idea of Núñez fitting under Xabi Alonso while Liverpool sources and reporter James Pearce strongly dismiss a return to Anfield.
- Núñez will join Uruguay at the 2026 World Cup and the outcome of his contract talks plus his tournament form are likely to decide whether he moves to Barcelona, Chelsea or another European club.