Núñez would offer qualities that are difficult to replicate: aggressive running, physical presence and a willingness to lead the press. His ability to attack space behind a defensive line could give Liverpool a more direct option alongside a technical central striker.
The concern is familiar. His finishing has often been inconsistent, while his best performances have tended to come when the team plays quickly and creates space for him to exploit. A return would therefore need a clear tactical purpose, not simply nostalgia.
The report describes the deal as a free transfer, with Liverpool responsible for the player’s wages rather than a fee. If accurate, that would reduce the financial risk of adding an experienced forward to a changing squad.
But a free transfer is not automatically a cheap one. Salary demands, squad balance and Núñez’s expected role would all matter. Liverpool would also need to decide whether his profile complements the rest of the attack or merely duplicates existing options.
Delaying an announcement until after the World Cup would allow Núñez to concentrate on Uruguay, but it would also leave Liverpool’s forward planning unresolved during an important part of the summer window. The club would need to keep alternative targets active until the move is formally confirmed.
The next storyline will be official clarity after the World Cup. If the return happens, pre-season will quickly reveal whether Núñez is being brought back as a starter, a rotation option or a high-energy alternative from the bench.