Darwin Núñez never reached an agreement with either Besiktas or Trabzonspor despite recent reports linking the Al Hilal forward with both Turkish clubs.
we understands that no flight had been scheduled for Núñez, as the Uruguayan international was still assessing options in both Saudi Arabia and Europe.
The striker is now closing in on a move to Al Diriyah from Al Hilal, with negotiations advancing towards the final stages.
The latest development ends speculation of a potential reunion with former Liverpool teammate Mohamed Salah at Trabzonspor, where the Egyptian has already completed his move from the Premier League club.
Softfootball previously reported that Núñez could be heading to Trabzonspor, with multiple sources indicating that the Turkish side were exploring the possibility of bringing the former Liverpool forwards together again.
Núñez joined Al Hilal from Liverpool on 9 August 2025 in a deal worth €53 million excluding bonuses.
He now appears set for another move, with Al Diriyah emerging as his likely next destination as negotiations approach completion.
