Manchester United are now eyeing a summer move for another Nottingham Forest star alongside Elliot Anderson, according to TEAMtalk.
Having added no senior players to their squad during the January transfer window, it instead looks set to be a mega summer of recruitment at Old Trafford.
The Athletic claim that Anderson is the Red Devils' top central midfield target this summer, with GIVEMESPORT sources revealing that United deal-makers hope to add two new players in that position in the summer transfer window.
However, Anderson isn't the only Forest star attracting interest from Man United, with centre-back Murillo also on their list at the end of the season following some standout displays as part of the east Midlands club's backline.
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According to TEAMtalk, Murillo's future is set to come back into the focus in the summer transfer window following an impressive spell at the City Ground.
Man United are keen on the 23-year-old, who is rated at up to £78m as per a separate report, but they face a major threat from Premier League rivals Chelsea if they do make a 2026 move for the Brazilian.
Despite being settled in England, the centre-back is said to be open to a move away from the Premier League if the opportunity is right, with Spanish giants Real Madrid linked with him in recent months.
Despite the interest from Real, the most serious interest will come from the Premier League's top six, according to the report.
The £10m South American is described as 'one of the most impressive young centre-backs in Europe' by TEAMtalk, and only agreed a new four-and-a-half year deal at the City Ground one year ago.
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As well as strengthening their midfield this summer, United are also considering bringing in a 'top-level' defender too to boost their 2026-27 squad.
Doubts remain over the future of Harry Maguire at Old Trafford, with his contract due to expire at the end of the season and no progress made yet in talks with the club over an extension.
It means that the Red Devils have had to start considering replacements for the England international, with Murillo fitting their new strategy of targeting the best players from clubs who sit below them in terms of size.
The 'monster' Brazilian was key to helping Forest finish seventh in the Premier League last season, which led to their participation in the Europa League this term.
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