Journalist Jacque Talbot has revealed Newcastle United's 'interest' in signing Darwin Nunez.

The Lowdown: Breakthrough season

The 22-year-old has enjoyed somewhat of a breakthrough season for Benfica, scoring no fewer than 34 goals and supplying a further four assists in 41 matches across all competitions (Transfermarkt).

Hailed as an "absolute beast" by Liverpool podcaster Hari Sethi after an impressive display in the Champions League against the eventual finalists and Premier League runners-up, the striker has shown that he looks more than capable of making the step up to the English top flight.

The Latest: Newcastle 'interest' in Nunez

Taking to Twitter, Talbot has revealed that while Nunez's preferred destination would be Manchester United, there is also 'interest' in him from St James' Park, and indeed a number of other clubs in the Premier League.

The journalist stated: "Been asked about him a lot recently. Was indicated to me his favoured place was Man United. But can see Liverpool, Tottenham, Arsenal, Newcastle, West Ham, and even Chelsea depending on Lukaku, all with an interest (though to what extent varies)."

The Verdict: Statement

For Newcastle to beat all of those clubs, who can all offer him European football next season, to sign Nunez would certainly be a statement of intent from PIF.

His goal record speaks for itself, and the Uruguay international is capable of spearheading Eddie Howe's attack and firing them up the table.

Indeed, he is still only 22 years of age, so it is scary to think how good he could be in just a few years' time.

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