November 10th 2024.
Darwin Nunez had a mixed performance against Aston Villa, scoring the opening goal for Liverpool but also missing a few great opportunities to increase their lead. This has been a recurring theme for the talented forward, with many fans and pundits alike questioning his finishing abilities. One such pundit is Premier League legend Alan Shearer, who believes Nunez's finishing is not likely to improve under manager Arne Slot.
Despite this criticism, Shearer still had positive words to say about Nunez's other attributes. He praised the 25-year-old's pace and ability to cause problems for defenders, as well as his chemistry with fellow forward Mo Salah. Shearer also acknowledged Nunez's impressive record of 36 goals and 19 assists in 110 appearances for Liverpool since joining in 2022, but noted that he has become notorious for missing easy chances.
Last season, Nunez hit the woodwork nine times and missed 27 big chances, which was second only to Erling Haaland in the league. Shearer believes that Nunez's erratic finishing will continue to be a frustration for fans, but also recognizes his determination and constant effort to get into scoring positions.
When asked how Nunez could improve his finishing, Shearer emphasized the importance of practice. However, he also expressed doubt that it will significantly improve, noting that Nunez may have periods of scoring streaks, but it is not consistent. Shearer also highlighted Liverpool's strong attacking options, with Salah, Cody Gakpo, Diogo Jota, Luis Diaz, and Nunez competing for starting positions.
Despite Nunez's inconsistent finishing, manager Arne Slot has defended his player and plans to continue rotating his forwards depending on form and opposition. This means that Nunez may not always start, but he will still have opportunities to prove himself and contribute to the team's success. After the international break, Nunez and Liverpool will face Southampton on November 24.
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