According to TEAMtalk, Atlético Madrid are long-term admirers of 26-year-old Uruguayan international Darwin Núñez and would reportedly be interested in signing him if an opportunity becomes available and it is financially feasible. Juventus are also said to have a similar long-standing interest under the same conditions. The centre-forward is considering his future at Al-Hilal, which he joined in August 2025, after being dropped from their league squad. It is believed he would be willing to take a significant wage cut to facilitate a return to Europe. The Uruguayan, who has 36 caps and 13 goals for his country, has a contract with the Saudi club until June 2028. Before being dropped, he had scored 6 goals and provided 4 assists in 16 Saudi Pro League appearances this season. His current Transfermarkt market value is €35.00m, and it was reported in February 2026 that Al Hilal was willing to let him leave on loan to Fenerbahçe without a fee.