Nunez rejects Super Lig reunion with Salah: Inside Darwin Nunez’s shock loan move to Saudi side Al-Diriyah

Al-Hilal forward Darwin Nunez is set to join Saudi side Al-Diriyah on a season long loan closing the door on a potential reunion with former Liverpool teammate Mohamed Salah at Trabzonspor, according to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano.

Romano confirms loan agreement with Al-Diriyah

Despite intense speculation linking the Uruguayan international with a switch to the Turkish Süper Lig to reunite with Salah, with whom he formed a prolific attacking partnership during their time together at Liverpool, Romano confirmed that Núñez will remain in Saudi Arabia.

Writing on X, the Italian journalist revealed that Al-Diriyah have finalized an agreement with Al-Hilal to sign the forward on a straight loan deal running until June 2027.

Key details of the transfer include:

• Deal Type: Season long loan with no option or obligation to buy
  
• Salary Terms: Al-Diriyah have agreed to cover the player's full wage package for the duration of the spell
  
• Timeline: Medical examinations have been scheduled, with an official announcement expected in the coming hours

Trabzonspor pivot to Karim Benzema

With Núñez heading to Al-Diriyah, Trabzonspor have swiftly redirected their recruitment focus within the Saudi Pro League.

The Turkish outfit have reportedly turned their attention toward Al-Hilal forward Karim Benzema who has been offered to the club as the veteran French striker continues to negotiate his departure from Riyadh.

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