Darwin Nunez’s arrival at Liverpool from Benfica marked a major shift in his style of play. While he was known for his prolific goal-scoring record in Portugal, he has become Liverpool’s main source of assists, particularly for Mohamed Salah.
Nunez’s final strike has been inconsistent at times, but his ability to create chances for his teammates has been amazing. He has contributed nine assists this season, all from Salah, equaling the combined assists of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Diogo Jota in the same amount of time.
The excellent partnership between Nunez and Salah has been key to Liverpool’s attacking success. They have created 19 shots for each other this season, the most in the Premier League, and they shoot with alarming frequency, once every 30 minutes.
The pair have the potential to become the most assisted duo in Liverpool’s history and in the Premier League as a whole. Their on-field understanding and chemistry is palpable and their ability to create chances for each other is a great asset for Liverpool.
Nunez’s transition from goalscorer to assist man is a testament to his ability to adapt and willingness to contribute to the team’s success in different ways. In particular, his ability to provide assists for Salah has been an important factor in Salah’s continued goalscoring.
Just three assists away from equalling Luis Suarez’s record of six league assists for Raheem Sterling in the 2013/14 season, and one away from Sadio Mane’s record of six assists for Salah four years later, Nunez is on course to set his own record! He is well on his way to breaking his own record. He himself is one of the most assisted players in Liverpool’s recent history. His partnership with Salah has the potential to be one of the deadliest in the Premier League for years to come.
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