Liverpool's Darwin Nunez transfer: Reds hoping to avoid repeat of past mistakes with Portuguese signings

Reds reportedly set to sign Benfica striker, but club has had mixed success with players from Portugal in the past

Liverpool are reportedly close to signing Benfica striker Darwin Nunez, but the Reds will be hoping to avoid a repeat of their past mistakes in the transfer market when it comes to Portuguese players.

Liverpool's mixed record with Portuguese signings

Liverpool have signed a number of Portuguese players over the years, with varying degrees of success. Some, like Luis Garcia and Fabio Aurelio, have been key members of the team, while others, such as Tiago Ilori and Lazar Markovic, have failed to make an impact.

More recently, Liverpool signed Diogo Jota from Wolves in 2020 and the Portugal international has been a success at Anfield, scoring 34 goals in 85 appearances for the club.

However, Liverpool will be hoping that Nunez can follow in the footsteps of Jota and Garcia, rather than the likes of Ilori and Markovic.

Nunez's impressive form for Benfica

Nunez has been in impressive form for Benfica this season, scoring 34 goals in all competitions. He has also scored six goals in the Champions League, including two against Liverpool in the quarter-finals.

Nunez is a powerful forward who is good in the air and has a good goalscoring record. He is also a good dribbler and can create chances for his teammates.

If Liverpool can sign Nunez, he would be a valuable addition to their squad. He is a young player with a lot of potential, and he could help the Reds challenge for the Premier League title next season.