Liverpool 'leading the race' to sign star striker to replace Darwin Nunez as release clause revealed

Liverpool are reportedly leading the race to sign a striker who could be a replacement for Darwin Nunez.

The Reds have had a flying start to the 24/25 season under new boss Arne Slot as they currently sit top of the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League.

However, their lead at the top of the English top flight was cut to just seven points this week after a dramatic 3-3 draw against Newcastle United at St. James' Park.

It looked like Mohamed Salah had won the match for Liverpool after scoring in the 83rd minute to make it 3-2, but Fabian Schar had the last laugh as he scored in the 90th minute to draw the Magpies level.

During the match, Liverpool star Nunez was heavily criticised after missing a couple of big chances.

As a result, it has now emerged that Liverpool could be targeting a new striker.

Liverpool to replace Darwin Nunez with Serie A star?

As reported by Italian news outlet Calcio Mercato, Liverpool are leading the race to sign Inter Milan striker Marcus Thuram.

The Frenchman has been linked with a host of different clubs around the continent after scoring nine goals in 13 matches in Serie A.

It has been suggested that Inter would be ready to let Thuram leave only if his £70 million release clause is triggered.

Marcus Thuram has been linked with a move away from Inter Milan. Image: Getty

However, it is rare that Liverpool spend such a big fee on someone aged 27 or over so it remains to be seen whether anything more will develop from this.

Speaking last month after France's 3-1 win over Italy at the San Siro, Thuram declared his love for the iconic stadium.

He said: "I love this stadium, I love San Siro. The game against Italy was strange for me. I played against my brothers, which was very strange, but I love all of them, and I was happy to cross paths with them."

Liverpool will be back in Premier League action this weekend when they take on Everton at Goodison Park.