Chelsea are reportedly keen on signing 22-year-old Brazilian defender Murillo from fellow Premier League club Nottingham Forest.
As per a report by Football Insider, Chelsea have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Murillo. The Brazilian defender has been excellent for Nottingham Forests this season, and he has helped them stay in the Premier League top four. The Tricky Trees will be hoping to push for Champions League qualification next season.
According to Football Insider, Nottingham Forest are unwilling to sell the 22-year-old defender in the summer, and they would rather sell other players if needed. It will be interesting to see if they can hold onto the South American defender for the long run.
The 22-year-old could be attracted to the idea of joining a big club like Chelsea. The Blues have looked vulnerable defensively, and they need to tighten up at the back. Signing a quality defender could make a huge difference for them. It remains to be seen whether they can get a deal for Murillo across the line.
The Brazilian could be an expensive option
Murillo is unlikely to be a cheap acquisition, and he is likely to cost a substantial amount of money. The 22-year-old is already a reliable performer in the Premier League, and he is likely to improve further with coaching and experience. He could develop into a top-class player with the right guidance. Joining a big club could be the ideal next step in his career. The youngster will certainly be excited to join Chelsea next summer.
However, if Nottingham Forest manage to secure Champions League qualification for the 2024/25 season, they will certainly be in a better place to convince their players to stay at the club. It will be interesting to see how the situation develops.
Murillo has been linked with multiple big clubs in recent months, and it will be interesting to see where he ends up. He will want to compete at the highest level and push for major trophies regularly. A club like Chelsea could provide him with the platform he needs.
