Darwin Nunez has been unfairly subject to ridicule by some rival supporters since his big-money move last summer. Perhaps it is the price tag, maybe it is due to the inevitable Erling Haaland comparisons, or it could just be Liverpool’s status as Premier League heavyweights in recent seasons.
Nine goals in 26 top-flight appearances shows there is room for improvement, for a youngster adjusting to a new country, that return should not be scoffed at either. Jurgen Klopp removed much of the goalscoring burden from Nunez’s shoulders by playing him out wide - a decision that eased the transition after a rocky start.
At 23, time is still on his hands to develop into a monster at Premier League level. In truth, Nunez, with his 6ft 2in frame and lightning-quick speed, is tailor-made for English football.
