Media watchLiverpool ready to SMASH their transfer record as they open Nunez talks

The Uruguay international is one of the rising stars in world football and is also wanted by Atletico Madrid and Manchester United but Liverpool are determined to sign Nunez with a deal that could reach as much as £85million.

Julian Ward, Liverpool's new Sporting Director, has been in discussions with Benfica and it is understood that Nunez is keen to move to Merseyside.

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