Uruguayan · Artigas, Uruguay · Born 24 June 2001Liverpool's £85 million Uruguayan whose combination of pace and wayward finishing made him one of football's most discussed individuals.
Darwin Núñez was born in Artigas, Uruguay in 2001. Benfica paid £6 million for him from Almería and Liverpool paid £85 million for him in 2022 — the most expensive transfer in Liverpool's history. His debut season was marked by extraordinary physicality and pace alongside a finishing accuracy that frustrated observers — his miss rate from clear positions was discussed at length throughout that season. He was sent off on his Liverpool debut against Crystal Palace. His second season was significantly improved. He won the Premier League in 2024 — Liverpool's second title under successive managers. His explosive acceleration — his sprint speed is among the highest recorded in the Premier League — and his ability to create space behind defensive lines make him Liverpool's most physically dangerous attacking option. He represented Uruguay in multiple Copa Américas. His combination of outstanding physical gifts with the development of his technical finishing represents one of football's ongoing individual stories.
Most expensive signing in Liverpool's history
How They Played
Pacey striker with strong physical presence and direct running
Career Honours
- FA Cup (2022)
- League Cup (2022)
- Premier League (2024)
- Copa América finalist (Uruguay 2024)
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peñarol | 2017–2019 | 54 | 26 | #9 |
| Liverpool | 2022–2024 | 110 | 33 | — |
| Almería | 2019–2020 | 32 | 16 | — |
| Benfica | 2020–2022 | 85 | 48 | — |
 Uruguay | — | 43 | 14 | — |
Uruguayan Athletes