Atletico Madrid sees Nottingham Forest defender Murillo as an important element of their rebuilding strategy for next season.
This is according to the Spanish publication AS.
So, what has been revealed about Forest star Murillo’s possible interest from Atletico Madrid? Let’s look more closely.
Atletico Madrid wants to sign Nottingham Forest defender Murillo.
It didn’t take long for the Brazilian defender to get admiring looks from the biggest European clubs.
Murillo was signed by Forest for £10.4 million in the summer after Manchester City expressed an interest.
Since his Premier League debut against Brentford in October, he has been a constant presence.
According to AS, Atletico Madrid sees the 21-year-old as a key signing as they attempt to replace their aging defence.
According to sources, the La Liga giants have been tracking Murillo this season and may make a play for him in the summer.
At the moment, it will be difficult to determine whether Murillo is a viable signing for Atletico.
If Forest remains in the Premier League, the club will be able to command a large payment, which may drive Los Rojiblancos out.
If the worst-case scenario occurs and Forest enters the EFL, Murillo’s situation could change dramatically.
Murillo would eventually leave City Ground
Despite Forest’s efforts to retain him, the young defender is left-sided, strong in possession, and his ability to play out of the back makes him a player that clubs will want to sign.
Murillo was recently described as ‘excellent’ by Jamie Carragher, and the Forest player has been one of the Premier League’s best young players this season.
Forest’s challenge is to maintain playing Murillo and hope that he generates as much profit for the club as possible.
Even if Forest get relegated this season, they might make a substantial profit by selling Murillo in the summer.
The amount Forest recoups will be determined by the league in which they are placed, which is currently unknown.
Murillo seemed bound for success at some point in his career, and it’s no wonder that bigger clubs are already looking into him.
