Darwin Núñez at a Crossroads: Debunked Exit Talk Hovers Over Al-Hilal
2 December 2025
Background
Strong rumors circulated in the past hours that Darwin Núñez, the Uruguayan forward, wishes to leave Al-Hilal during the upcoming winter transfer window.
Núñez joined Al-Hilal last summer from Liverpool for €53 million, on a deal running until the summer of 2028.
Saudi newspaper Al-Yawm reported that rumors of a departure are not true.
Latest developments
The article added that Núñez will continue with the club in the coming period, with no changes, as things stand.
Sources insist Núñez remains a key pillar of Al-Hilal and wants to stay, with talks about extending his contract reportedly being possible.
Darwin Núñez suffered an injury against Al-Fateh, in the King’s Cup quarterfinal, a 4-1 win for Al-Hilal.
Injuries have kept him out of six matches this season across competitions, trimming his goals to five and assists to two.
Argentine outlet Ole linked Núñez with a move elsewhere, while Marcelo Gallardo, the former River Plate boss now linked to another project, is reportedly seeking a new attacking option; Núñez, 26, could cost around 17 million dollars.
Outlook
Bottom line: Núñez remains a central figure for Al-Hilal, and while rumors of a departure swirl, current reporting places him firmly in the squad beyond the near future.
If in doubt, remember football life is like a transfer window: it opens with promise, and closes when the paperwork arrives.
Meanwhile, Núñez trains, scores, and dodges rumors—like a pro.
Punchline 1: If Núñez stays, Al-Hilal's rivals might need a calculator to count their dreams.
Punchline 2: Rumors travel faster than a winger; at least the gossip earns its own scenic tour.
