After Tenhag took over the manchester United coachship, who will become the first signing of the Dutch coach is undoubtedly the focus of attention from the outside world. On April 23, Beijing time, the latest news from the well-known Spanish media "As" newspaper, manchester united currently lead the battle for Núñez, the 22-year-old Uruguayan forward is expected to become Manchester United's first new signing this summer.
It is reported that Nunez is the favorite of Manchester United's new manager Tenhag, and in the Champions League quarter-finals, Benfica eliminated Ajax, coached by Tenhag. Núñez's performance impressed the Dutch coach. Tenhag believes That Núñez is a good fit for the Premier League and his style of play. Nuñez's contract has a liquidated damages clause worth 150 million euros, but Benfica will accept an offer of around 100 million euros. If a club can meet this offer, Benfica will not put any obstacles in the way of Nuñez's transfer.
Born in 1999, Núñez debuted in Uruguayan giants Penarol, and in August 2019, Núñez landed in Europe to join Spanish league side Almería. In September 2020, he transferred to Portuguese Super League giants Benfica for a transfer fee of 24 million euros. This season, Núñez has made 38 appearances for Benfica and contributed 33 goals and 4 assists. Especially in the Champions League, he has scored 6 goals. Scored in both legs against Liverpool.
Núñez's hot state has also attracted the attention of many European giants, including Manchester United, Liverpool, Manchester City, Arsenal, Barca, Atletico, Bayern and other 7 teams are paying attention to Núñez's movements, and even Paris Saint-Germain may join his battle. At present, Manchester United, which has deep pockets but urgently needs to bring in new goalscorers, is expected to have the last laugh in this battle. And if Núñez joins Manchester United, Ronaldo is also expected to usher in a strong partner and ease the heavy offensive pressure on his shoulders.