Liverpool have identified the 'world-class' £75m striker as the ideal replacement for Nunes

Liverpool They have now identified a 'world-class' striker as the ideal replacement for Darwin Nunez, according to a report.

Nunez's future at Anfield is in serious doubt

Núñez could be on his way out of Anfield in the near future, with the Reds now considering potential replacements for the striker, and Lille's Jonathan David has now been identified as a target For the summer.

Arnie slot He is said to be a fan of the Canadian, given his versatility and eye for goals, meaning a move later this year could be a possibility, although the manager has a number of other targets in mind.

After Nunez's departure has been given the green light, with Milan named as a possible destination, the Merseyside club could look the part To target Marcus Thuram or Alexander Ishakand placed both strikers on their shortlist.

Liverpool have a number of top-class strikers in mind to replace the Uruguayan striker, but according to a report from Anfield Watch, Napoli Victor OsimhenThe player, who is currently on loan at Galatasaray, is seen as the ideal replacement.

The Reds are said to be really impressed with the Nigerian striker, with chief executive Michael Edwards identified as a long-term fan.

The 26-year-old is expected to leave Napoli in the summer, following a row with club officials, and a number of clubs are vying for his services, but if Nunez is sold, Slot's side will be at the front of the queue. .

Napoli are believed to have brought in A A release clause of £75 million The striker is under contract, so Liverpool will have to be prepared to spend a significant amount to get a deal over the line this summer, but part of that sum will be offset by selling Nunez.

Osimhen could be a huge upgrade over Nunez

Although every now and then the Uruguay international has shown signs of promise, scoring 11 goals Premier League Last season's goals, it would be fair to say he failed to live up to his £85m price tag.

On the other hand, Osimhen has already proven himself at the highest level with Napoli in the Champions League, and was described As “world class” by members of the Italian media.

The Nigerian has shown An incredible eye for goal since making his breakthrough in Belgium with Charleroi, he has been firing on all cylinders in the Turkish league this season.

There is set to be huge competition for the former Lille player this summer, but Liverpool certainly have a great chance of winning the race for his signature, given they currently sit top of the Premier League and Champions League.

As such, the Reds should look to sell Nunez to raise some necessary transfer funds, before putting themselves at the front of the queue for Osimhen this summer.