Darwin Núñez is a Uruguay forward who plays for Liverpool, born in 1999, Artigas, Uruguay. At 26 he goes to the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Uruguay, drawn into Group H. Liverpool’s explosive striker and Uruguay’s prime forward.
Key Takeaways
- Full name: Darwin Núñez
- Born: 1999, Artigas, Uruguay
- Position: Forward
- Club: Liverpool
- Country: Uruguay (Group H)
- Estimated net worth (2026): estimated $40-55 million USD
Contents
Bio and early career
Darwin Núñez was born in 1999, Artigas, Uruguay. A physical, direct centre-forward. Liverpool and Uruguay’s primary striker.
Throughout his career, Darwin Núñez has built a reputation as a high-output attacker for both club and country.
Club career
Darwin Núñez currently plays for Liverpool, where he is a key first-team player at one of Europe’s top clubs.
- Premier League first-team striker
- Uruguay’s prime striker
- Joined Liverpool 2022 for record fee
Uruguay and World Cup 2026 outlook
Featured at 2022. For the 2026 tournament, Darwin Núñez will line up for Uruguay in Group H alongside three other nations. Full group analysis is on the Group H preview page.
Squad-wise, Darwin Núñez’s role is central to Uruguay’s campaign. Their fixtures, manager and full squad analysis sit on the Uruguay team page.
Awards and honours
Premier League experience, Uruguay national team.
Estimated net worth (2026)
Darwin Núñez’s net worth is estimated $40-55 million USD, based on publicly reported salaries, endorsement deals and sponsorship arrangements. As with all such figures, actual wealth may vary significantly from these estimates.
The bulk of Darwin Núñez’s wealth comes from his Liverpool salary, image-rights agreements, brand sponsorships, and bonuses linked to club and international success.
Wife and family
Darwin Núñez keeps his personal life largely private. Public details about his immediate family are not widely available. Beyond his publicly available relationship and family information, Darwin Núñez generally keeps personal matters out of the press, focusing instead on football.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Darwin Núñez at the World Cup 2026?
Darwin Núñez is 26 years old at the 2026 World Cup. He was born in 1999, Artigas, Uruguay.
What is Darwin Núñez’s estimated net worth?
Darwin Núñez’s net worth is estimated $40-55 million USD as of 2026, including club salary, endorsements, and personal investments.
Which club does Darwin Núñez play for?
Darwin Núñez currently plays his club football for Liverpool in the English Premier League.
Who is Darwin Núñez’s wife or partner?
Darwin Núñez’s personal relationships are kept private and details are not widely shared in the public domain.
Has Darwin Núñez won the World Cup?
Featured at 2022. Darwin Núñez has yet to win the World Cup with Uruguay.
What’s next?
- Uruguay team page – full squad, manager, fixtures
- Group H preview – all four group teams
- Players hub – more star profiles
- Predictions hub – tournament forecasts
- Match schedule
Last updated: May 23, 2026 by the Futbolzen editorial team. Net worth estimates and partner/family details reflect publicly reported information and are subject to change. Spot something out of date? Tell us via our Corrections Policy.