Liverpool are closely monitoring Nottingham Forest defender Murillo ahead of the summer transfer window, according to insider DaveOCKOP.
The Premier League winners are expected to bring reinforcements to Arne Slot’s backline after the season and have identified Murillo as one of the options on their shortlist.
Anfield chiefs reportedly see the ‘world-class’ 22-year-old centre-back as a ‘perfect’ signing for the future amid his impressive campaign at the City Ground under Nuno Espirito Santo.
The Brazilian ace has emerged as ‘one of the best young defenders in Europe’ after playing a pivotal role in Forest’s surprise bid for European football this season.
Liverpool Considering Forest’s Murillo
As reinforcement at centre-back for Arne Slot
According to DaveOCKOP, Liverpool’s potential pursuit of Murillo could be complicated this summer, as Forest are reluctant to part ways with the 22-year-old defender.
The City Ground outfit signed the Brazilian to a long-term contract extension in January, which runs until the summer of 2029.
Murillo is reported to have no release clause in his new agreement, meaning any interested club would have to negotiate a fee with Forest if they want to sign the promising defender.
Liverpool have endured two fairly quiet transfer windows under Arne Slot, welcoming Federico Chiesa as their only first-team addition.
While goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili’s arrival is anticipated after the season, outfield signings are likely to follow, with a new central defender and striker high on the agenda.
The Reds are likely to sell underperforming striker Darwin Nunez to make way for a new forward at Anfield and have earmarked both Real Madrid star Rodrygo and Galatasaray ace Victor Osimhen as options.
The Nigeria international is expected to be on the move this summer, with his Napoli contract set to enter its final 12 months.