Liverpool news: Robinson issues 'huge' Darwin Nunez claim after development
Paul Robinson has claimed Darwin Nunez's performances against Liverpool in the Champions League would have been "a huge part of the reason" the club signed him.
However, speaking exclusively to Football Insider, the former Spurs and England goalkeeper insisted the Reds would have done their "due diligence" and "homework" before making a final decision.
Nunez moved to Anfield in an £85million deal on 14 June.
Speaking to club media, as quoted by Anfield Watch (9 July), Jurgen Klopp revealed that he was "massively impressed" by the striker when Benfica and Liverpool met in the Champions League last season.
However, the Uruguay international has struggled in the opening two pre-season friendlies for the Reds.
When asked by Football Insider for his assessment of the latest, Robinson said: "I don't think you can take Klopp's comments without a pinch of salt.
"The club will have done their due diligence on players. There is so much homework and background checks.
"In two games, Klopp will have been able to see there is a player there. I think it would have been a case of Klopp seeing the two games and getting his staff to look into the possibility of a deal.
"I'm sure those two games were a huge part of the reason but it will not be the only reason they signed him, that's for sure.
"It is clever to listen to your players if you're a manager. They are very knowledgable. If a player comes off the pitch and say, 'Gaffer, have a look at him. He is top class you would be silly not."