Liverpool news as Darwin Nunez makes Reds admission and Man Utd transfer blocked
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Liverpool continues to be linked with a whole host of players, with Darwin Nunez's reported desire for an Anfield return and Manchester United blocking a move for Marcus Rashford dominating the headlinesDarwin Nunez has fallen out of favor at Al-Hilal(Image: Getty Images)The World Cup may be in full swing, but so too is transfer season for Liverpool.It's difficult to go more than a few hours without seeing a player linked with the Reds featuring in action across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Meanwhile, Manchester United has outlined its terms for a potentially sensational transfer.Nunez's thoughts on LiverpoolSpeculation surrounding Nunez's return to the Reds has been rampant in recent days, following reports from within the Uruguayan World Cup camp suggesting he is set to re-sign for Liverpool this summer.While those reports have been downplayed, with The Athletic claiming any suggestion of the striker rejoining the club is wide of the mark, Nunez's sentiments toward his former club have resurfaced.The forward signed for Al-Hilal from Liverpool last summer, but was dropped from the squad following the arrival of Karim Benzema in January.
However, recent comments suggest he still holds his former club close to his heart.Nunez is currently playing at the World Cup with Uruguay(Image: Getty Images)Speaking to AUFTV in March, he said: "Yes, I'd be lying if I said no, that I don't miss them. Obviously, I miss Liverpool, I miss them a lot."Man Utd transfer blockedManchester United is understood to have prevented Liverpool and Manchester City from pursuing Marcus Rashford this summer.The Athletic has revealed that the forward is available for £40 million ($53 million) under a clause in his contract, though it doesn't apply to the Reds or City, United's biggest rivals.Rashford spent last season on loan at Barcelona, where he contributed to the club's La Liga triumph, netting 14 goals and providing 10 assists.
Former Liverpool goalkeeper David James believes the Reds ought to test the waters for the boyhood United fan with a cheeky bid."If I were Liverpool, I'd look to sign Marcus Rashford. I think he's an outstanding footballer.