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Darwin Nunez linked with move to Atlanta United amid Barcelona interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 11:50 AM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Darwin Nunez linked with move to Atlanta United amid Barcelona interest

Summary

Darwin Nunez, currently at Al Hilal, is in discussions with Atlanta United over a potential season-long loan with an option to buy. The Uruguayan international has expressed a desire to leave Saudi Arabia after struggling to adapt. Barcelona has shown interest in Nunez as an alternative if they cannot secure their primary target, Julian Alvarez. Despite the MLS offer, Nunez prefers to stay in Europe, complicating potential negotiations given his existing salary demands. Atlanta United is looking for a replacement for Emmanuel Latte Lath, who is expected to leave soon.

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What We Know

•Nunez has two years left on his contract with Al Hilal.
•Atlanta United initiated talks for a loan deal.
•Barcelona may consider Nunez if they fail to land Alvarez.
•Nunez is eager to leave Al Hilal after a difficult experience.
•Emmanuel Latte Lath's departure from Atlanta United is anticipated.

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11:50 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona-linked South American striker receives an offer from MLS club

What they're saying

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The transfer market is beginning to gather pace around Darwin Nunez, one of the strikers being monitored as a potential alternative should FC Barcelona fail to land their primary attacking target, Jul...
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