DARWIN NUNEZ is reportedly set to quit Al-Hilal to make a stunning return to European football.

The former star is earning an eye-watering £400,000-per-week in the Middle East.

Al Ettifaq v Al Hilal - Saudi Pro LeagueDarwin Nunez is ready to quit Saudi Arabia Credit: Getty Darwin NunezNunez left Liverpool in the summer of 2025 Credit: PA

, 26, made the last summer but has only played 24 times for Al-Hilal.

He was still able to show some quality on the pitch with nine goals and five assists.

Nunez was left out of the registered players list after the arrival of from Al-Ittihad.

Despite his large pay packet, Nunez is not happy and wants to quit the Saudi Pro League.

Reports claim that he is willing to take a massive pay cut in order to complete the move.

After 12 months away from the Premier League, it has been suggested could make a shock swoop.

Nunez racked up 143 appearances during his time at Liverpool and scored 40 goals for the club.

While at Anfield, he played 95 times in the Premier League and netted 25 goals.

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Chelsea will likely be in the market for a new forward this summer following a challenging season.

Joao Pedro has impressed in his debut season but has drawn criticism for his .

Jackson is on loan at and presumably would be sold this summer.

While and have made very limited contributions in the frontline.

Chelsea v Nottingham Forest - Premier LeagueChelsea have relied on Joao Pedro this season Credit: Getty Arsenal v Newcastle United - Premier LeagueNick Woltemade has struggled for consistency at Newcastle Credit: Getty

The Blues could face competition for his signature with .

The Magpies have struggled for goals this term following the sale of last summer.

was signed as the Swede’s replacement, but has struggled for consistent form despite a strong start.

However, the clubs will probably not be able to offer Nunez the chance to return to football.

Both clubs are completely out of contention to finish in the top five in the Premier League.

The Blues have an outside chance of qualifying for Europe’s premier competitions, but would need to catch in sixth and for to finish fifth and win the .