Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez is on the verge of joining Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal, a move that could pave the way for the Premier League champions to launch a renewed bid for Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak, according to reports.&nbsp;Nunez, signed from Benfica three years ago for an initial fee of €75 million (£65m), has struggled to justify his hefty price tag. The 26-year-old Uruguayan has scored 40 goals in 143 appearances but has gradually fallen down the pecking order under both Jurgen Klopp and new boss Arne Slot.&nbsp;Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that Al Hilal will pay around €53 million for Nunez. The striker’s game time was already set to diminish this season following Liverpool’s €300 million summer splurge, which brought in Hugo Ekitike, Florian Wirtz, and full-backs Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/manchester-united-reach-agreement-with-benjamin-sesko-for-sensational-signing-reports-1754470423890">Manchester United reach agreement with Benjamin Sesko for sensational signing-Reports</a>&nbsp;Liverpool could now turn their attention to Isak, with Newcastle said to be holding out for as much as £150 million — a fee that would smash the British transfer record, according to several media reports.&nbsp;Nunez’s departure would lift Liverpool’s transfer income this summer to nearly €200 million, following the sales of Luis Diaz, Jarell Quansah, Caoimhin Kelleher, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Tyler Morton. Harvey Elliott is also drawing interest from RB Leipzig, who would have to pay at least €45 million for the young England international.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/i-love-challenges-this-is-the-biggest-one-of-my-career-yet-granit-xhaka-on-joining-sunderland-1754477522363">I love challenges, this is the biggest one of my career yet: Granit Xhaka on joining Sunderland</a>&nbsp;If the deal goes through, Nunez will become the latest high-profile recruit for Al Hilal, who reached the Club World Cup quarter-finals last season. Managed by former Inter Milan boss Simone Inzaghi, the Saudi giants boast stars such as Ruben Neves, Joao Cancelo, Kalidou Koulibaly, and Aleksandar Mitrovic.

Darwin Nunez transfer news: Liverpool reach agreement for Uruguayan striker with Saudi club Al Hilal-Reports

Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez is on the verge of joining Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal, a move that could pave the way for the Premier League champions to launch a renewed bid for Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak, according to reports. Nunez, signed from Benfica three years ago for an initial fee of €75 million (£65m), has struggled to justify his hefty price tag. The 26-year-old Uruguayan has scored 40 goals in 143 appearances but has gradually fallen down the pecking order under both Jurgen Klopp and new boss Arne Slot. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that Al Hilal will pay around €53 million for Nunez. The striker’s game time was already set to diminish this season following Liverpool’s €300 million summer splurge, which brought in Hugo Ekitike, Florian Wirtz, and full-backs Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong. Also Read: Manchester United reach agreement with Benjamin Sesko for sensational signing-Reports Liverpool could now turn their attention to Isak, with Newcastle said to be holding out for as much as £150 million — a fee that would smash the British transfer record, according to several media reports. Nunez’s departure would lift Liverpool’s transfer income this summer to nearly €200 million, following the sales of Luis Diaz, Jarell Quansah, Caoimhin Kelleher, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Tyler Morton. Harvey Elliott is also drawing interest from RB Leipzig, who would have to pay at least €45 million for the young England international. Also Read: I love challenges, this is the biggest one of my career yet: Granit Xhaka on joining Sunderland If the deal goes through, Nunez will become the latest high-profile recruit for Al Hilal, who reached the Club World Cup quarter-finals last season. Managed by former Inter Milan boss Simone Inzaghi, the Saudi giants boast stars such as Ruben Neves, Joao Cancelo, Kalidou Koulibaly, and Aleksandar Mitrovic.

The Uruguayan forward scored 40 goals in 143 appearances for Liverpool during his three-year stay with the Reds

In a major shocker, defending champions Manchester City were knocked out by Al-Hilal during the ongoing FIFA Club World Cup, losing 4-3 after extra time in a thrilling seven-goal outing in Orlando on Monday (Jun 30). Despite dominating the first half and leading 1-0 through Bernardo Silva's early goal in the ninth minute, City failed to maintain the momentum after the break. Al-Hilal, showing grit and determination, roared back into the second half.&nbsp;Malcom stunned Man City further in the 52nd minute with a calm finish, giving the Saudi franchise a 2-1 lead. City hit back quickly with Erling Haaland scoring in the 55th minute to make it 2-2. The score remained tied till the 90th minute, resulting in the game going into extra time. Just four minutes into the extra time, Al-Hilal regained the lead with a powerful header from former Chelsea defender Kalidou Koulibaly. However, Phil Foden equalised in 10 minutes for City with a clever volley.&nbsp;Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wimbledon-2025-djokovic-starts-search-for-25th-grand-slam-title-sinner-looks-to-put-french-open-loss-behind-1751350074224">Wimbledon 2025: Djokovic starts search for 25th grand slam title, Sinner looks to put French Open loss behind</a>&nbsp;However, the night belonged to 22-year-old Marcos Leonardo, who sealed the win for Al-Hilal with a well-timed goal at the back post in the 112th minute, his second goal of the night. City had opportunities to win the match, including a close-range effort from Haaland that was cleared by substitute Ali Lajami and a superb header from Manuel Akanji that hit the goal post. However, their poor defending and missed chances ultimately cost them a quarter-final spot.&nbsp;Al-Hilal's goalkeeper Bono donning the jersey no. 37 was the standout performer for the night, making ten saves to keep his team in the quest. Joao Cancelo, former Manchester City player, also played a pivotal role with an assist.&nbsp;City's dream of lifting the Club World Cup has been shattered while Al-Hilal advance to the quarter-finals where they’ll face Brazilian club Fluminense. The winner of that match will face either Chelsea or Palmeiras in the semi-final.&nbsp;

City's dream of lifting the Club World Cup has been shattered while Al-Hilal advances to the quarter-finals where they’ll face Brazilian club Fluminense. The winner of that match will face either Chelsea or Palmeiras in the semi-final.

In a major shocker, defending champions Manchester City were knocked out by Al-Hilal during the ongoing FIFA Club World Cup, losing 4-3 after extra time in a thrilling seven-goal outing in Orlando on Monday (Jun 30). Despite dominating the first half and leading 1-0 through Bernardo Silva's early goal in the ninth minute, City failed to maintain the momentum after the break. Al-Hilal, showing grit and determination, roared back into the second half. Malcom stunned Man City further in the 52nd minute with a calm finish, giving the Saudi franchise a 2-1 lead. City hit back quickly with Erling Haaland scoring in the 55th minute to make it 2-2. The score remained tied till the 90th minute, resulting in the game going into extra time. Just four minutes into the extra time, Al-Hilal regained the lead with a powerful header from former Chelsea defender Kalidou Koulibaly. However, Phil Foden equalised in 10 minutes for City with a clever volley. Also Read | Wimbledon 2025: Djokovic starts search for 25th grand slam title, Sinner looks to put French Open loss behind However, the night belonged to 22-year-old Marcos Leonardo, who sealed the win for Al-Hilal with a well-timed goal at the back post in the 112th minute, his second goal of the night. City had opportunities to win the match, including a close-range effort from Haaland that was cleared by substitute Ali Lajami and a superb header from Manuel Akanji that hit the goal post. However, their poor defending and missed chances ultimately cost them a quarter-final spot. Al-Hilal's goalkeeper Bono donning the jersey no. 37 was the standout performer for the night, making ten saves to keep his team in the quest. Joao Cancelo, former Manchester City player, also played a pivotal role with an assist. City's dream of lifting the Club World Cup has been shattered while Al-Hilal advance to the quarter-finals where they’ll face Brazilian club Fluminense. The winner of that match will face either Chelsea or Palmeiras in the semi-final.

City's dream of lifting the Club World Cup has been shattered while Al-Hilal advances to the quarter-finals where they’ll face Brazilian club Fluminense. The winner of that match will face either Chelsea or Palmeiras in the semi-final.

Manchester City stunned by Al-Hilal in FIFA Club World Cup thriller

Brazilian superstar footballer Neymar&rsquo;s Saudi Pro League adventure has come to an end after Al-Hilal announced his departure late Monday (Jan 27) evening. Neymar, the most expensive football transfer in the world, moved to the Saudi Pro League from Paris Saint-Germain in a $94mn deal in August 2023, but will now have to find a new club. It is reported that Neymar could join his boyhood club Santos in his native Brazil, with a few European clubs also showing interest.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Al-Hilal, Neymar part ways<o:p></o:p></h2>
"The club expresses its thanks and appreciation to Neymar for what he has provided throughout his career with Al-Hilal, and wish the player success in his career," Al-Hilal posted on their social media.<o:p></o:p>
Largely troubled by injuries during his sting, Neymar played only seven times for the Saudi Pro League side where he was reportedly earning a salary of around $104 million a year. However, an injury in a FIFA World Cup qualifier in October 2023 against Uruguay saw him get ruled out for a year. As a result, he also missed the Copa America in the United States in 2024 due to the anterior cruciate ligament.
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The Brazilian in 2017 became the most expensive transferred player after his $250mn move to PSG from Barcelona. The controversial move did not go well with the Catalonian club as he was heavily criticised. <o:p></o:p>
<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Neymar going to Santos?<o:p></o:p></h2>
According to reports, Neymar could be on his way to Santos, a club where he began his career before moving to Europe. The Brazilian is also close to his home side which was also home to Pele in his playing days. A return to Barcelona has also been rumoured, but considering the club&rsquo;s financial situation, he is unlikely to move to Europe.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p>

Sports, Football: Brazilian superstar footballer Neymar’s Saudi Pro League adventure has come to an end after Al-Hilal announced his departure late Monday (Jan 27) evening.

Brazilian superstar footballer Neymar’s Saudi Pro League adventure has come to an end after Al-Hilal announced his departure late Monday (Jan 27) evening. Neymar, the most expensive football transfer in the world, moved to the Saudi Pro League from Paris Saint-Germain in a $94mn deal in August 2023, but will now have to find a new club. It is reported that Neymar could join his boyhood club Santos in his native Brazil, with a few European clubs also showing interest. Al-Hilal, Neymar part ways "The club expresses its thanks and appreciation to Neymar for what he has provided throughout his career with Al-Hilal, and wish the player success in his career," Al-Hilal posted on their social media. Largely troubled by injuries during his sting, Neymar played only seven times for the Saudi Pro League side where he was reportedly earning a salary of around $104 million a year. However, an injury in a FIFA World Cup qualifier in October 2023 against Uruguay saw him get ruled out for a year. As a result, he also missed the Copa America in the United States in 2024 due to the anterior cruciate ligament. ALSO READ | Meet Naomi Girma - 24-year-old Olympic gold winner and world's first million-dollar female footballer The Brazilian in 2017 became the most expensive transferred player after his $250mn move to PSG from Barcelona. The controversial move did not go well with the Catalonian club as he was heavily criticised. Neymar going to Santos? According to reports, Neymar could be on his way to Santos, a club where he began his career before moving to Europe. The Brazilian is also close to his home side which was also home to Pele in his playing days. A return to Barcelona has also been rumoured, but considering the club’s financial situation, he is unlikely to move to Europe.

Neymar's Saudi adventure ends as Al-Hilal and the Brazilian part ways

Brazilian football great Neymar, 32, is standing at a difficult career crossroads, with his time at Al-Hilal seeming to be over for good. Having joined the Saudi Pro League side from Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) for a league-record &pound;77 million in 2023, Neymar made just seven appearances in two years, scoring one goal. However, with Neymar not registered for the league despite being contracted, several reports of him switching bases to the Major League Soccer (MLS) are doing rounds.
Per BBC, Chicago Fires is in talks with Neymar over a surprise potential move (to the MLS) after a couple of years in the Saudi Pro League. Though the Eastern Conference side would be able to make the deal work, given he&nbsp;will be out of contract at the end of the summer, the sources close to the information admitted that the deal is far from being completed.
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Since Neymar is not registered for the second half of the season, though he can play in the Asian Champions League games only, Al-Hilal manager Jorge Jesus confirmed the Brazilian has a chance to take a call on his career.&nbsp;
"The Saudi League is one of the best leagues in the world. All Al-Hilal players can play for any club in Europe,&rdquo; Jesus said, as quoted by the BBC.
"Neymar can no longer play at the level we are used to. Things have become difficult for him, unfortunately. He is still under contract with Al-Hilal, and it may be up to him to decide his future.
"It depends on the administration. I don't know anything about Neymar's future. We have a place available on the list, reserved for a player born in 2003 or later,&rdquo; he continued.
<h2>MLS move and failed Saudi Pro League stint</h2>
The MLS transfer window opens from January 31 till April 23, and Neymar has time to decide his future. His move to the Saudi Pro League was a disaster for him and the club despite them leading the points table this season. Al-Hilal recently beat Al-Fateh 9-0 on Thursday, with European heroes Aleksandar Mitrovic, Ruben Neves and Joao Cancelo playing for the league leaders.
Neymar, meanwhile, suffered a cruciate knee ligament injury in October 2023 which kept him out for a year.
Besides, should Neymar join the MLS, he will be with some of his former FC Barcelona teammates like Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, all playing at Inter Miami.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

Sports, Football: Major League Soccer (MLS) side Chicago Fires is in talks with Neymar over a surprise potential move after a couple of years in the Saudi Pro League.

Brazilian football great Neymar, 32, is standing at a difficult career crossroads, with his time at Al-Hilal seeming to be over for good. Having joined the Saudi Pro League side from Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) for a league-record £77 million in 2023, Neymar made just seven appearances in two years, scoring one goal. However, with Neymar not registered for the league despite being contracted, several reports of him switching bases to the Major League Soccer (MLS) are doing rounds. Per BBC, Chicago Fires is in talks with Neymar over a surprise potential move (to the MLS) after a couple of years in the Saudi Pro League. Though the Eastern Conference side would be able to make the deal work, given he will be out of contract at the end of the summer, the sources close to the information admitted that the deal is far from being completed. Also read | Australian Open 2025: Bopanna, Zhang advance to round two Since Neymar is not registered for the second half of the season, though he can play in the Asian Champions League games only, Al-Hilal manager Jorge Jesus confirmed the Brazilian has a chance to take a call on his career. "The Saudi League is one of the best leagues in the world. All Al-Hilal players can play for any club in Europe,” Jesus said, as quoted by the BBC. "Neymar can no longer play at the level we are used to. Things have become difficult for him, unfortunately. He is still under contract with Al-Hilal, and it may be up to him to decide his future. "It depends on the administration. I don't know anything about Neymar's future. We have a place available on the list, reserved for a player born in 2003 or later,” he continued. MLS move and failed Saudi Pro League stint The MLS transfer window opens from January 31 till April 23, and Neymar has time to decide his future. His move to the Saudi Pro League was a disaster for him and the club despite them leading the points table this season. Al-Hilal recently beat Al-Fateh 9-0 on Thursday, with European heroes Aleksandar Mitrovic, Ruben Neves and Joao Cancelo playing for the league leaders. Neymar, meanwhile, suffered a cruciate knee ligament injury in October 2023 which kept him out for a year. Besides, should Neymar join the MLS, he will be with some of his former FC Barcelona teammates like Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, all playing at Inter Miami. (With inputs from agencies)

Neymar close to MLS deal after Saudi Pro League fallout with Al-Hilal

Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr lost 3-0 to table-toppers Al-Hilal in the Riyadh derby at the King Fahd International Stadium on Friday to fall further behind their bitter rivals at the top the Saudi Pro League standings. The Portuguese striker left the field with rival fans taunting the five-times Ballon D'Or winner by chanting the name of his great rival and Argentinian World Cup winner, Lionel Messi at the end of the game.

Sergej Milinkovic-Savic put the league leaders in front before Aleksandar Mitrovic's late double sealed a win that takes unbeaten Al-Hilal seven points clear of Al-Nassr at the summit 15 games into the season.

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After a goalless first half, Saud Abdulhamid delivered a 64th-minute cross from the right for former Lazio midfielder Milinkovic-Savic to head in the opener, beating Nawaf Al-Aqidi low and to his right.

Mitrovic then headed in the second with a minute remaining when he nodded in Salem Al Dawsari's corner. Three minutes later, the Serbian forward completed the scoring by cutting inside Aymeric Laporte to strike through Al-Aqidi's legs and net his 13th of the season to pull to within two goals of Ronaldo on the top scorers' chart.

The game ended on a sour note for Al-Hilal as defender Ali Al-Bulayhi was sent off in injury time by Colombian referee Wilmar Roldan, as Jorge Jesus' side notched up their 13th win in 15 league games.

Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr lost 3-0 to table-toppers Al-Hilal in the Riyadh derby at the King Fahd International Stadium on Friday to fall further behind their bitter rivals at the top the Saudi Pro League standings.

Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr lost 3-0 to table-toppers Al-Hilal in the Riyadh derby at the King Fahd International Stadium on Friday to fall further behind their bitter rivals at the top the Saudi Pro League standings. The Portuguese striker left the field with rival fans taunting the five-times Ballon D'Or winner by chanting the name of his great rival and Argentinian World Cup winner, Lionel Messi at the end of the game. Sergej Milinkovic-Savic put the league leaders in front before Aleksandar Mitrovic's late double sealed a win that takes unbeaten Al-Hilal seven points clear of Al-Nassr at the summit 15 games into the season. Also Read: Boston Celtics claw out impressive win against Philadelphia 76ers despite Jayson Tatum's ejection After a goalless first half, Saud Abdulhamid delivered a 64th-minute cross from the right for former Lazio midfielder Milinkovic-Savic to head in the opener, beating Nawaf Al-Aqidi low and to his right. Mitrovic then headed in the second with a minute remaining when he nodded in Salem Al Dawsari's corner. Three minutes later, the Serbian forward completed the scoring by cutting inside Aymeric Laporte to strike through Al-Aqidi's legs and net his 13th of the season to pull to within two goals of Ronaldo on the top scorers' chart. The game ended on a sour note for Al-Hilal as defender Ali Al-Bulayhi was sent off in injury time by Colombian referee Wilmar Roldan, as Jorge Jesus' side notched up their 13th win in 15 league games.

Al-Hilal defeat Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr in Riyadh derby to remain to top

Saudi Pro League side Al-hilal have submitted a world-record bid for PSG's Kylian Mbappe and the French champions have reportedly accepted the offer. The France captain wants to leave the Parisian giants but he will have reservations about moving to the Saudi Pro League. Mbappe's ultimate aim is to play for Real Madrid, should he move to Al-Hilal to facilitate a move to the Spanish Capital?

AL-Hilal make world record bid for MBappe

Cristiano Ronaldo-led Al-Nassr will clash with Al-Hilal in a high-voltage game on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at the Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh. Al-Hilal had a decent season in the league, winning 13 out of 24 games.

Cristiano Ronaldo-led Al-Nassr will clash with Al-Hilal in a high-voltage game on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at the Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh. Al-Hilal had a decent season in the league, winning 13 out of 24 games. They are in the fourth position in the Saudi Pro League 2022-23 points table. Meanwhile, Al-Nassr is in second place, only three points behind the toppers Al-Itihad. In their previous game, Al-Hilal lost to Al-Batin. Furthermore, Dinko Jelicic will be managing Al-Nassr for their match against Al-Hilal. Talisca and Ronaldo are the leading goal scorers for Al-Nassr, with 16 and 11 goals, respectively. Here's everything you need to know about the anticipated game between Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr at the Saudi Pro League 2022-23. We have mentioned the match information, head-to-head, predicted playing XI and live streaming details. Al-Hilal vs Al-Nassr: Match Details When is the match between Al-Hilal & Al-Nassr? Al-Nassr will lock horns with Al-Hilal on Tuesday, April 18, 2023. What time will the match between Al-Hilal & Al-Nassr start? According to the Indian Standard Time, Al-Hilal vs Al-Nassr match will begin at 12:30 AM on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Where will the match between Al-Hilal vs Al-Nassr take place? King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh will host the match between Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr on Tuesday, April 18. Al-Hilal vs Al-Nassr: Head to Head Al-Hilal has clashed with Al-Nassr in 21 league matches. Among them, Al-Hilal won nine matches, while Al-Nassr won eight. Four games between the teams ended up in a draw. Al-Hilal vs Al-Nassr: Playing XI Al-Hilal: Mohammed Al Owais, Nasser Al Dawsari, Mohammed Jahfali, Khalifah Al Dawsari, Nasser Al Hadhood, Salman Al Faraj, Abdullah Otayf, Mohammed Kanno, Saleh Al Shehri, O. Ighalo, L. Vietto Al-Nassr: Nawaf Al Aqidi, G. Konan, Álvaro González, Abdulelah Al Amri, Sultan Al Ghannam, Abdullah Al Khaibari, Luiz Gustavo, Abdulrahman Ghareeb, Talisca, Ayman Yahya, Cristiano Ronaldo Al-Hilal vs Al-Nassr: Live Streaming Details How to watch Al-Hilal vs Al-Nassr live in India? Subscribers of the SonyLIV App in India can stream the Al-Hilal vs Al-Nassr match live on Tuesday night. Where can I watch Al-Hilal vs Al-Nassr match live telecast? No TV channel will broadcast the Al-Hilal vs Al-Nassr match of the Saudi Pro League 2022-23. However, fans can watch it online on SonyLIV App.

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