We don't know what goes on behind closed doors but our problems might simply be down to poor recruitment up front. Diaz showed a lot of promise early on which has waned a bit. I would keep him as he's a threat, good attitude and can create. Salah's best years are past and he probably doesn't owe us anything to be fair (though he's been handsomely rewarded!). Jota is a great finisher but sadly is too frequently out and then it takes time to get back to the level again.
Nunez is the biggest disappointment for me. Some of his attributes are good - he creates chaos and problems for defenders. He's big and strong and seems to have a lot of enthusiasm. On the downside he seems a bit of a headless chicken and lacks almost any composure in front of goal. It's been a couple of seasons now and he hasn't really come on.
I'd still be inclined to keep Nunez maybe one more season and use him just as an attacking winger, not expect goals from him. Use him as a sub too. I'd keep Diaz and Jota too and hope that you could get a run of fitness from Jota. I'd probably let Salah go and try to get a good wad of cash for him to reinvest.
We really need someone new up front to reignite the team.
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