09 Jun 2026 07:35:49
Morning eds1.
I don't know if you've been asked this before so apologies if you have.
Would you take DN back on a free? Clearly the vote on here was yes but am not so sure.
Just because he's free and he can run, it seems LFC fans want him back. For me it's a no as he couldn't score a tap in most times so I don't see the point.
{Ed001's Note - yes, 100%, he would have improved the team last season and he would improve things as they stand. Is he the long term answer? No, but that is not what he would be signing to be.}
09 Jun 2026 08:15:52
My view is that we are currently short due to Ekitike being out for such a long time, and we can't rely on Isak week in week out. So, as a versatile option who can play centre forward or left wing and allow us to rest Isak or change games from the bench, it makes sense if it's true that he's available on a free.
09 Jun 2026 08:34:22
Do you think there's a chance Liverpool may go in for him Ed001?
{Ed001's Note - no, I don't think it will happen.}
09 Jun 2026 09:04:31
He contributed so much to the team, it just was a shame he couldn't score enough since he would be something special otherwise! He really was a Klopp style of player though who gave everything and could press.
With Ekitike's injury, and given he's a free transfer, why not sign him? Can have a year to prove himself and if not, we can make some money on him.
I do really think he would suit Iraola's style of football.
Tell me another striker we could get on a free transfer (or for very cheap) who would offer more than Darwin?
09 Jun 2026 09:07:08
100% I wouldn't have him back! He's not good enough! We've been there and done that! He's gone for a good reason, so move on to someone better and spend money on the future. Anyway, that's my opinion.
09 Jun 2026 09:20:29
I see the reasons for and reasons against Darwin coming back so whatever happens, I'm cool with it. But as Ed01 said, I don't see it happening. The PR stuff alone would be a bit mad and not sure the club wants to deal with any of that esp. right now.
09 Jun 2026 11:22:19
When Darwin was here last time, the system was geared towards Salah. Nobody was ever going to outscore Salah. I think Nunez would be an excellent option for the following reasons:
1. Isak will not play every game and Nunez could cover the games he misses, especially with Ekitike potentially missing a good chunk of the season.
2. He creates spaces for others with his relentless workrate, which occupies defenders.
3. He can cover two positions up front, as he can play off the left too.
4. He would be a great option off the bench.
5. First time around, he probably felt under pressure to score because of the fee even though he was contributing in other ways. I think his finishing would be calmer now, as he would not need to justify a massive fee and his numbers would not be compared to Salah's.
6. If he comes on a free and re-invents himself to a certain degree, we could get another fee for him if we let him go again.
To me, it is a no brainer, so we should get him, as Richard Hughes's deals last season showed a distinct lack of a brain.
09 Jun 2026 12:58:31
KemlynRoad, very good reasons to get him, imo.
10 Jun 2026 01:13:50
And a very good reason not to sign him would be that he is nowhere near the standard required at the elite level of football.
I saw a comment along the lines that he was great for the team but it was a pity that he didn't / couldn't score more goals.
Surely his primary job was to score goals and lack of being able to do so was detrimental to the team rather than anything 'great'.
For those who would have him back, what length I'd contract would you give him and how much money would you pay him each week?