Luis Suarez, Darwin Nunez. (Twitter)
Former Liverpool striker Suarez has heaped reward on his countryman stating that Nunez might very nicely inherit his jersey quantity 9 within the close to future.
Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez has been bestowed with a praiseworthy word from his nation’s legendary striker Luis Suarez.
Nunez, who joined Liverpool final yr, has been criticised for not with the ability to make full use of the potential probabilities at occasions in entrance of the purpose. Former Liverpool striker Suarez has now heaped big reward on his countryman. Suarez stated that Nunez might very nicely inherit his jersey quantity 9 within the close to future.
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“I have one of the best No 9s in the world ahead of me. We have to support him and enjoy him. Today I am in another role [than before] and I am happy to be here helping the group,” the previous Barcelona and Liverpool participant stated of Nunez whereas chatting with the reporters.
Suarez’s feedback got here proper after Uruguay earned a convincing 3-0 victory in opposition to Bolivia within the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers on Wednesday. Starting the qualifying fixture on the Estadio Centenario in Montevideo, Nunez scored a shocking brace for his facet in opposition to Bolivia. Nunez finally made method for Suarez within the 73rd minute of the sport.
When knowledgeable about Suarez’s appreciation, Nunez gave the impression to be in seventh heaven. “Hearing that he praises me makes me very happy. The best striker, for me, is him, you have to enjoy him in the moments he is with us. He’s one of the best No.9s in the history of Uruguay and you have to enjoy him,” an elated Nunez replied, as per Team Talk.
After capping off a wonderful profession at Portuguese facet Benfica, Nunez arrived within the Premier League final yr. In his maiden Liverpool season, the 24-yr-previous made 47 appearances throughout all competitions, recording 21 targets and 4 assists. Nunez is predicted to raised the tally this time as he has already registered 11 targets and 6 assists on this present season for Liverpool.
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In their subsequent fixture, Liverpool will face desk toppers Manchester City within the Premier League on Saturday, November 25. A win in opposition to Manchester City will assist the Reds occupy the highest spot within the Premier League standings.
The Merseyside-based outfit at present claims the second spot on the Premier League factors desk. Defending champions Manchester City now have a one-level lead over Liverpool within the home league.
