Paul Merson believes Darwin Núñez should start against ArsenalThe Uruguayan has yet to live up to expectations, scoring 22 goals in 67 appearances for Liverpool so far. Given Liverpool’s attacking depth, some might think that Núñez should not face Mikel Arteta’s side this weekend.
However, Paul Merson told Sportkeeda that Núñez could be key to Liverpool’s hopes of a positive result against Arsenal, pointing out that he could cause problems for the Gunners’ two centre-backs. “Klopp has had various interviews. I think he will continue to play with Darwin Nunes because the team needs length. “He has to take his sets seriously and without the physical presence of Nunez’ it will be difficult against the likes of William Saliba and Gabriel,” he said. Liverpool need a striker to find a goalscorer again Núñez has failed to establish himself as a world-class goalscorer capable of taking Liverpool to the next level.
Paul Merson believes Liverpool will struggle if Jurgen Klopp does not select a player for their game against Arsenal this weekend.The Premier League’s top two teams meet at Anfield, with the winner likely to spend Christmas at the top of the table. Darwin Nunes looks to wrap up his 11th clean sheet in all competitions for the Reds.
