Nottingham Forest defender Murillo is attracting strong transfer interest ahead of the summer window, with both Chelsea and Liverpool monitoring the 23-year-old Brazilian’s situation closely.
Reports suggest the centre-back is willing to leave if relegation threatens next season’s Championship football, preferring to remain competing at the highest level available in England.
Forest could demand around £50 million for the defender, although that valuation may drop if the club loses Premier League status at the campaign’s conclusion.
Chelsea Lead Pursuit
Chelsea are currently considered frontrunners in the race, seeking defensive reinforcements to improve depth and long-term quality across their back line for future European competition ambitions.
Club officials believe Murillo’s Premier League performances demonstrate composure in possession, physical strength in duels, and consistency under pressure against elite attacking opposition.
A move to Stamford Bridge would offer continental football exposure and an opportunity to compete regularly for domestic and European trophies at a globally recognised club.
Liverpool Also Considering Bid
Liverpool remain firmly interested as they evaluate defensive succession planning with contract uncertainties and potential departures affecting squad stability entering the next season.
Ibrahima Konate’s contract situation and transfer speculation around Joe Gomez have created a scenario where a young starting-level centre-back could become a priority acquisition.
Murillo’s profile suits Liverpool’s recruitment approach, combining age, league experience, and development potential capable of adapting to a high defensive line system.
Transfer Outcome Still Uncertain
Forest’s final league position will likely determine negotiation leverage, with relegation significantly strengthening interested clubs’ bargaining positions in upcoming discussions.
Both clubs are expected to prepare formal offers if the player signals readiness to move once the season officially concludes.
The coming weeks will clarify whether the Brazilian chooses immediate European football at Chelsea or a title-challenging project at Anfield.
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