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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Miguel Delaney

Darwin Nunez: Manchester United prepared to rival Liverpool to sign Uruguay striker

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Benfica's Darwin Nunez has been namechecked by Erik ten Hag as a top target for Manchester United, with the club prepared to go toe to toe with Liverpool for his transfer.

The Uruguayan is seen as a suitable successor to both Luis Suarez and Edinson Cavani in terms of class, and would command a fee of around £100m, as one of Europe's most prized players this summer. Benfica are aware of United's interest, with Andreas Pereira having been broached as a potential makeweight.

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