Crystal Palace's Daniel Munoz Urged to Choose Liverpool Over Barcelona in Transfer Debate

‎Crystal Palace standout Daniel Munoz has been encouraged to choose Liverpool instead of Barcelona as he edges toward the next stage of his Premier League career. Colombian icon Camilo Zuniga believes the defender’s attributes are tailor-made for English football, adding further intrigue to a transfer race already attracting top European clubs.

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‎Colombia’s Camilo Zuniga urges Crystal Palace defender Daniel Munoz to choose Liverpool over Barcelona as top clubs evaluate his next career step.

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‎Munoz’s emergence as one of the Premier League’s most productive wing-backs has intensified interest across Europe. His rise from an €8 million signing into a high-impact defender under Oliver Glasner has strengthened his value, with dynamic attacking output and consistency shaping his reputation across the past 18 months.

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‎Reports from Spain have connected Barcelona with a push to reinforce their right-back position, where Munoz’s direct playstyle has appealed to Hansi Flick’s staff. Liverpool are also monitoring him as they assess long-term options following Trent Alexander-Arnold’s summer departure. The competing tracking has placed Munoz at a significant career crossroads, especially given his previously stated dream of representing major European clubs.

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‎Zuniga has argued that Munoz’s game is best suited to Premier League intensity and vertical football. He views Spanish football’s slower, possession-heavy rhythm as less compatible with the Colombian’s attacking instincts. Crystal Palace have already lined up potential contingencies, heightening expectations that the defender could become one of the most pursued names in next year’s market.

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‎Zuniga shared his stance through Caracol Radio, stating, “Because of Dani’s style of play, I would put him at Liverpool.” He highlighted Liverpool’s high-tempo, box-to-box demands as an ideal match for Munoz and reiterated that Premier League football complements the defender’s active and space-attacking approach.

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‎He also contrasted the stylistic differences between England and Spain, explaining that Barcelona’s methodical structure would not maximise Munoz’s natural strengths. His observations have fuelled discussion across Colombia regarding the full-back’s best long-term environment.

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‎Munoz’s impact at Crystal Palace continues to shape his profile on the European market. His six goals and ten assists last season, capped by a Man of the Match display in the 2025 FA Cup Final, elevated his standing among elite full-backs. His form this year included three Premier League goals before his knee injury, placing him among the top-scoring defenders and leading Fantasy Premier League metrics.

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‎His tactical suitability further boosts his appeal, as his endurance, timing of forward runs and ball-carrying align with systems built on pressing and high-intensity transitions. These qualities have strengthened perceptions of his compatibility with Liverpool’s style.

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‎Munoz remains under contract with Crystal Palace until 2028, giving the club firm control over any future negotiations. Interest from clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea continues to grow, and his long-expressed admiration for Spanish giants remains part of conversations about his future. The Premier League, however, has been the platform that accelerated his development and highlighted his strengths.

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‎Munoz is scheduled to return from knee surgery within four to six weeks as Crystal Palace push for European qualification. His performances following recovery are expected to shape the level of transfer activity surrounding him, with major clubs planning ahead for the 2026 summer window. No move is currently expected before the conclusion of the season.