Supporters may be understandably itching to see Darwin Nunez in a Liverpool red shirt, but when the time finally arrives, it could be against an old enemy who reportedly wanted to sign him themselves.
That's because the Reds will kick off their pre-season friendly schedule with a match against Manchester United on July 12 in Bangkok. On Sunday it was revealed that Liverpool are close to agreeing a deal to bring the Uruguayan to Anfield in package that, with add-ons, could be worth a much as 100m Euros.
Sporting director Julian Ward has moved swiftly to seal the deal while the club waits for an improved offer from Bayern Munich for Sadio Mane. North-west rivals United were understood to be interested in bringing the Benfica star to Old Trafford but Nunez's desire to play for the Reds and continue his progress in the Champions League has appeared to have tipped the balance.
