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Darwin Núñez Transfer from Al Hilal to Newcastle United
Graeme Bailey reported on February 21 that Newcastle United have held talks with Darwin Nunez’s representatives regarding a potential summer transfer. Newcastle are strongly considering a move for Nunez. The report notes that Nunez is actively looking to leave Saudi Arabia this summer and that his contract with Al-Hilal could be terminated, which might make him available on a free transfer at the end of this season. Any interested clubs must come close to matching Nunez’s large contract to sign him. TEAMtalk insider Bailey previously reported that Nunez would be open to forgoing a large portion of his wages to return to Europe.
Graeme Bailey reported on February 21 that Newcastle United have held talks with Darwin Nunez’s representatives regarding a potential summer transfer. Newcastle are strongly considering a move for Nunez. The report notes that Nunez is actively looking to leave Saudi Arabia this summer and that his contract with Al-Hilal could be terminated, which might make him available on a free transfer at the end of this season. Any interested clubs must come close to matching Nunez’s large contract to sign him. TEAMtalk insider Bailey previously reported that Nunez would be open to forgoing a large portion of his wages to return to Europe.
Darwin Nunez has agreed to depart Al-Hilal less than 12 months after joining the Saudi Arabian side, and it is reported that he has now reached an agreement with the club to leave at the end of the current campaign. Newcastle United have a long-standing interest in Darwin Nunez, dating back to his time at Benfica, and were also repeatedly linked with him after his move to Liverpool, particularly during the 2025 summer window. Newcastle are still searching for a striker and the recruitment team at Tyneside remains highly attracted to his work ethic and ability to run behind the defense. Nunez is an appealing option if he is willing to accept a reduction in salary from his current earnings of £400,000-per-week. However, he is not believed to be a serious target at present.
Darwin Nunez has agreed to depart Al-Hilal less than 12 months after joining the Saudi Arabian side, and it is reported that he has now reached an agreement with the club to leave at the end of the current campaign. Newcastle United have a long-standing interest in Darwin Nunez, dating back to his time at Benfica, and were also repeatedly linked with him after his move to Liverpool, particularly during the 2025 summer window. Newcastle are still searching for a striker and the recruitment team at Tyneside remains highly attracted to his work ethic and ability to run behind the defense. Nunez is an appealing option if he is willing to accept a reduction in salary from his current earnings of £400,000-per-week. However, he is not believed to be a serious target at present.
According to the Newcastle Chronicle, Newcastle are competing with Chelsea to sign Darwin Nunez.
According to the Newcastle Chronicle, Newcastle are competing with Chelsea to sign Darwin Nunez.
A report from TEAMtalk states that Darwin Nunez is unhappy with his situation at Al-Hilal, is preparing to return to England, and is in talks with Newcastle United.
A report from TEAMtalk states that Darwin Nunez is unhappy with his situation at Al-Hilal, is preparing to return to England, and is in talks with Newcastle United.
TEAMtalk reports that several Premier League clubs are monitoring Darwin Nunez's situation. The 26-year-old Uruguayan centre-forward, who joined Al-Hilal from Liverpool last summer for approximately £46 million, is considering his future after being dropped from the league squad in February due to foreign player limits following Karim Benzema's arrival. Intermediaries have spoken with multiple clubs in England, and TEAMtalk confirms that Newcastle and Tottenham are among those alerted to the possibility of Nunez becoming available. The report also mentions that Atletico Madrid and Juventus, described as long-term admirers, would be interested if a deal were financially viable. It is believed Nunez would be willing to accept a significant reduction to his reported £400,000-a-week salary to facilitate a return to Europe. The Uruguayan international has 36 caps and 13 goals for his country, and in the current Saudi Pro League season, he has 6 goals and 4 assists in 16 appearances. His contract with the club expires in June 2028, and his market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €35 million. In February 2026, reports suggested Al Hilal was willing to allow the player to leave on loan to Fenerbahçe without a fee.
TEAMtalk reports that several Premier League clubs are monitoring Darwin Nunez's situation. The 26-year-old Uruguayan centre-forward, who joined Al-Hilal from Liverpool last summer for approximately £46 million, is considering his future after being dropped from the league squad in February due to foreign player limits following Karim Benzema's arrival. Intermediaries have spoken with multiple clubs in England, and TEAMtalk confirms that Newcastle and Tottenham are among those alerted to the possibility of Nunez becoming available. The report also mentions that Atletico Madrid and Juventus, described as long-term admirers, would be interested if a deal were financially viable. It is believed Nunez would be willing to accept a significant reduction to his reported £400,000-a-week salary to facilitate a return to Europe. The Uruguayan international has 36 caps and 13 goals for his country, and in the current Saudi Pro League season, he has 6 goals and 4 assists in 16 appearances. His contract with the club expires in June 2028, and his market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €35 million. In February 2026, reports suggested Al Hilal was willing to allow the player to leave on loan to Fenerbahçe without a fee.
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