Liverpool secured a 2-0 home victory over Bologna on Wednesday, extending their impressive start to the season. However, one Reds player remains the focus of considerable debate and controversy.

The only change to the lineup from the previous weekend’s win over Wolves was Darwin Nunez replacing Diogo Jota, though the Uruguayan was substituted after an hour in the match against the Serie A side.

Steve McManaman has called on the 25-year-old to ‘get into form,’ while Steve Nicol criticized that our number 9 appeared ‘lost.’ However, a former Ballon d’Or runner-up continues to show support for the ex-Benfica striker.

In an appearance on ESPN FC, Jurgen Klinsmann expressed his thoughts on Nunez, saying: “I firmly believe he has the talent and qualities to perform at the highest level in both the Premier League and the Champions League. The main issue is consistency. He hasn’t yet learned how to maintain that level consistently.”

“He’ll have outstanding games, and then disappear for a few weeks. I hope he can resolve that in the future, but I still think he has everything it takes to become a top-class striker.”

Klinsmann’s remarks touch on the heart of the ongoing debate about Nunez. It’s clear that the Uruguayan has the potential to become one of Europe’s top strikers, but even after more than two years at Liverpool, he’s still battling the same criticisms of inconsistency.