Report: Liverpool on alert as Premier League 'super talent' decides it could be time for a transfer
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Nottingham Forest defender Murillo is reportedly weighing up an exit from the City Ground this summer, with Liverpool keeping an eye on his situation.The Brazilian has been one of the Premier League’s most eye-catching centre-backs since his arrival at Forest in 2023 and his future looks likely to be spent at one of the continent’s biggest clubs.Liverpool are potentially in the market for an Ibrahima Konate replacement, and as their current No. Liverpool’s forwards ALL deserve to be dropped against Spurs 😶 Which three would you go with against a side shipping so many goals?
Photo Credit: Getty Images/Catherine Ivill/AMA Murillo would leave if Forest are relegatedMurillo is a big fan favourite at Forest and with the club flying high in the Premier League last season, he signed a new contract until 2029.However, while that protects his value – which has previously been reported to be rated as much as £70m by Forest – The i Paper claim that the 23-year-old could jump ship if his team are relegated.Murillo is not said to be ‘agitating’ for a move from the City Ground, but Vangelis Marinakis’ hand could reportedly be forced if Forest go down.READ MORE: Liverpool fans can forget about Elliot Anderson, but an alternative target is emergingPhoto by Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty ImagesManchester United are named as potentially the most prominent of suitors for Murillo, but Liverpool are also mentioned alongside Chelsea and Real Madrid as other clubs ‘monitoring’ the centre-back.Although he is said to be happy at Forest, Murillo’s mind could reportedly be changed if one of these four sides make an approach this summer. Lauded as a ‘super talent’ by former manager Steve Cooper, there is good reason to believe he can make the step up.Forest are battling hard to stay in the Premier League and currently occupy the final ‘safe’ position in the division.However, even if Pereira manages to keep them up, Murillo will surely be seen as attainable this summer as he prepares to take the next step in his career.
Unfortunately for Forest fans – and perhaps luckily for supporters of Liverpool – the Brazil international looks destined to leave. Join Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox