Liverpool reportedly rejected an approach for Núñez from Saudi Arabia during the January transfer window, with Slot keen on retaining his squad at a time when Arsenal briefly flirted with putting up a genuine title tilt. That stance has undoubtedly shifted this summer and Pro League interest has reemerged.

Al-Hilal are pursuing Darwin Nunez, as revealed last month. Hilal waited to formally approach Nunez until after the Club World Cup in a move driven by Simone Inzaghi. Al-Ahli never in the race, despite reports. Hilal focused on trying to agree terms with Nunez before bidding… pic.twitter.com/Ame95WCT9a

Al Hilal have identified Darwin Nunez as their priority target to strengthen in attack and are now stepping up efforts aimed at landing the Liverpool striker. Nunez was wanted by another Saudi Arabian club — Al Nassr — during the January transfer window before Al Hilal were told the conditions of a deal after contacting Liverpool in June.