Darwin Nunez spotted with Barcelona player amid Liverpool exit rumours

Darwin Nunez has been spotted alongside a Barcelona player amid rumours he could leave Liverpool this summer.

Nunez surprised Liverpool fans by deleting all his Instagram pictures related to his time at Anfield following Sunday’s 4-2 victory over Tottenham.

The Uruguay international struggled to make an impact after coming on from the bench against Spurs, and subsequently received criticism from Reds supporters on social media.

The cryptic social media activity has triggered much speculation among fans on social media as well as pundits.

“If someone does that (deletes pictures), I’d assume he wants out or is off,” said Chris Sutton on the It’s All Kicking Off podcast. “It just looks like he is going to be on his way or he is deeply unhappy with the club.”

Upon Nunez deleting all Liverpool images from his account, reports emerged that La Liga giants Barcelona are considering a bid for the 24-year-old this summer.

The Sun alleged that Barcelona view the forward as a potential long-term replacement for Robert Lewandowski, who has been linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League and MLS this summer.

Tuesday afternoon saw further speculation surrounding Nunez’s future after the Liverpool star was pictured alongside Barcelona centre-back and international team-mate Ronald Araujo in an Instagram story.

Nunez has been linked with a Liverpool departure (Getty)

Nunez has scored 33 goals in 94 games for the Reds since joining from Portuguese outfit Benfica in 2022, in a deal that could ultimately rise to £85million.

Despite speculation linking Nunez with a departure, transfer guru Fabrizio Romano insisted the forward was keen to speak to incoming manager Arne Slot before making a decision on his future.

"A lot of fans are asking about Darwin Nunez deleting all Liverpool-related posts from his Instagram," Romano wrote in his daily briefing.

"It's all quiet so far, nothing is happening and for sure Darwin is looking forward to speaking to new coach Arne Slot."