Liverpool expert David Lynch believes Darwin Núñez will need to show consistency in pressing the game if he is to be part of Arne Slott's starting XI.
Darwin Nunez He must continue to show consistency in his pressing and link-up movement to secure his place. LiverpoolFollow the starting eleven Diogo Jotayes Injury against Chelsea Sunday, red expert David Lynch argument.
The 25-year-old was signed for a fee that could allow him to join the club in the summer of 2022. More than £85 millionWith the expectation that it will lighten the burden of similar people. Mohamed Salah Create goals and assists.
In fact, the former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp The striker is said to have been so impressed with his performances against the Benfica Reds in the 2021-22 Champions League semi-finals that he insisted on bringing the Uruguayan to the Club.
However, more than two seasons after signing, Núñez has not yet established himself in the starting eleven and it will be difficult to displace Diogo Jota with the current coach. Arne Slott.
The forward came on as a substitute in the first half during his team Victory against Chelsea When Jota was there Finally forced After colliding with Dosin Atarabioyo.
speaks game moleLynch highlighted Núñez's solid performance against the Blues and praised the forward for his all-round performance.
“I thought his combination play was fantastic, he played some balls back and, you know, he fought against players to keep possession and did a great job,” Lynch said of the Uruguayan's impact.
“His pressing work was also excellent. “I mean, when Nunes came to Liverpool he changed the way he defended and he was a man who was asked to put pressure on the three defenders.”
'That's the ticket next to it'
“They gave him a difficult task there, but I think he did very well and that was his ticket to the team.
“Klopp said it, Slat said, if you press in the right way, you will win games. So I think it is very motivating for the coach. But all aspects of his game were really good.”
Núñez is generally best known for his frenetic style of play and his ability to create shots from positions others might not consider, such as scoring his first goal of the campaign. Against Bournemouth On September 21 at Anfield.
The striker can't shoot ChelseaHis tenacity on the ball and involvement in deeper areas of the pitch allowed Liverpool to progress when in possession, something they wouldn't normally associate with him.
Núñez finished the tournament with nine duels and four fouls, more than any other player on the court. Enzo MarescaOn Wynn's side, and if he can replicate this level of performance in the future, he will certainly get a few more minutes.
Lynch calls Núñez consistency
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“I have criticized his inconsistency in the past. I think that's the big question for him even now: can he do it? But you know, I will. To be honest, when he replaces Jota at the beginning of the game, I think it is a big blow for Liverpool.
“Jodha is obviously a brilliant striker and a big mistake. And obviously, as I say, with Nunes, there is that conflict, so you're worried about its impact. But his first touch is a small movement towards Salah and then he immediately starts running after him, I don't know if that gives him confidence or just shows that he's confident at the moment, but it's a good start.
“But all aspects of his game were very good. And I think it was the last game he played, maybe it was against Bologna? And I think he completed three of 12 passes in that game, which I was very critical of. After that, I think he's 75% passed, which isn't perfect, but if he does and his connection is playing, some of those passes are tough. We are getting more out of their centre-forward and that is exactly what Liverpool need.
“[There’s] Every time he can, he runs a little. [in the team] Now, but that was a very, very good start. And there has to be hope, can he string together a series of games in which he shows consistency and performs at that level? “You can do it with your fingers.”
Núñez has only started three times in the slot, scoring in his first start against Bournemouth in the Premier League, his second. West Ham United vs. He recorded an assist in the EFL Cup on 25 September, his third Facing Bologna In the Champions League at the beginning of October, the tournament where he contributed the most Alexis Mac AllisterThe first game of the first half.
Although the Uruguayan is not as complete as Jota, he has dropped deep to help the Reds move up the field, as he possesses many qualities that the Portuguese lacks, such as blistering pace and immense physical strength.
Núñez will have his chance to impress once again on Wednesday clash against RB Leipzig In the Champions League, and if the slot forward gets used to his style of play and the forwards' consistency improves in Jota's absence, Liverpool's record signing would be well worth his fee.
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