Chelsea are ready to make a formal offer for Murillo amid growing expectations that the centre-back will leave Nottingham Forest this summer, according to TEAMtalk.
The 23-year-old has emerged as one of the Premier League’s standout young defenders, drawing interest from multiple top clubs across Europe after an impressive debut season in English football.
Missing out on Jeremy Jacquet in the January window has accelerated ***CHELSEA***s pursuit of Murillo, who is seen as a player capable of stepping immediately into the first-team squad, and Murillo’s stock has risen sharply since his arrival from Brazil last year.
His composure on the ball, strength in duels, and ability to break opposition lines with progressive play have made him a key figure for Nottingham Forest. However, with the club battling both on-pitch challenges and financial pressures, a high-value sale this summer is considered increasingly likely.
CHELSEA, meanwhile, view the left-sided centre-back position as a priority area. With the futures of several defenders uncertain and long-term squad planning underway, the club is targeting a younger profile capable of developing under Liam Rosenior while offering immediate depth. Murillo’s age, physical profile, and Premier League experience fit the club’s recruitment strategy.
Talks between the clubs have not yet begun, but Chelsea are reportedly confident they can meet Forest’s valuation, which is expected to exceed £50 million. Forest are prepared to listen to offers but will seek to spark a competitive bidding environment, with interest also coming from clubs in Spain and Italy.
IcChelseanews Says…
Murillo has been linked with a move to London for the last couple of transfer windows, but that high asking price and his desire to stay put has meant the club have been unable to get a deal done.
He has been impressive at times for Forest, but we are not 100 per cent certain that he would come in and make much of a difference to the side, is he really worth that £50 millon?
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