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Dave Powell

Why 'risk averse' FSG sanctioned Darwin Nunez deal after £134m Liverpool spend

Darwin Nunez's arrival at Anfield has put a spring in the step of Liverpool fans going into the summer.

Nunez spent much of Monday undergoing his medical ahead of completing a deal to move to the Reds from Benfica that could cost up to £85m should individual and team add-ons be triggered during the life of his contract.

With the arrival of Luis Diaz from Portuguese side Benfica in a deal that could end up being worth £49m, one that had initially been slated to take place this summer, Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group have committed to a potential transfer outlay of £134m to bolster Jurgen Klopp's front line.

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