Murillo Transfer from Nottingham Forest to FC Barcelona
Hans-Dieter Flick has submitted his requests to his directors for the next summer transfer window. According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona has listed Murillo as a potential central defender target.
Mundo Deportivo reports that Barcelona has identified Murillo as one of their four key targets for the centre-back position.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona is interested in Murillo from Nottingham as a potential left-footed centre-back. The report also states that Barça is monitoring the player as an option for that position.
Chelsea and Barcelona are also interested in Nottingham Forest centre-back Murillo, according to CaughtOffside.
According to Team Talk, Barcelona is interested in the 23-year-old as part of their defensive rebuild. The club is unlikely to be able to afford Murillo's price tag without significant player sales.
Barcelona considers Murillo a crucial long-term investment for rebuilding their aging and injury-prone defense. According to CaughtOffside and sources close to the agents industry, Nottingham Forest has a valuation of €80-90 million for Murillo. Nottingham Forest are reluctant to sell but are anticipated to listen to serious offers if bids approach their asking price. The club's decision to reject approaches last summer has strengthened its negotiating stance.
Team Talk reports on Barcelona's interest in signing Murillo as a replacement for Inigo Martinez. Barcelona will be Arsenal's biggest competition for Murillo, as they have identified him as a perfect replacement for Inigo Martinez.
Barcelona have drawn up a three-man shortlist of left-sided center backs to target this summer in a late bid to replace the outgoing Iñigo Martínez. (Source: Fichajes)
Barcelona is among the clubs interested in Murillo, though Nottingham Forest remains relaxed about his future as he does not plan to push for an exit. TEAMtalk understands that Forest would only consider bids in the region of £70 million, with Stan Collymore suggesting a potential £100 million valuation.
Premier League breakout star Murillo has been linked with a move to Barcelona. He is being backed to become the first £100m defender.
FC Barcelona is reportedly interested in signing Murillo, a 22-year-old Brazilian defender currently playing for Nottingham Forest. Murillo has recently extended his contract with Nottingham Forest until 2029, which implies that any potential transfer would be a substantial financial commitment for Barcelona. The club views Murillo as an ideal candidate to meet their defensive requirements, appreciating his left-footedness, speed, and defensive skills. They are considering him as a potential acquisition for the forthcoming summer transfer window, in line with their strategy to invest in young talent.
FC Barcelona is interested in signing Murillo from Nottingham Forest. The club sees him as a strategic acquisition, especially as a long-term replacement for players like Andreas Christensen or Íñigo Martínez. Nottingham Forest demands a 70 million pound offer to let Murillo go.
Barcelona is reportedly interested in signing Nottingham Forest centre-back Murillo. While Forest is keen on keeping Murillo on board, bids in the £60m-£70m range would be considered. Real Madrid is also interested in the player.
Murillo Santiago Costa dos Santos, a talented 22-year-old central defender at Nottingham Forest, has drawn interest from leading clubs in the Premier League and La Liga. Barcelona is keeping a close watch on his performance. Evangelos Marinakis, the Greek owner of Nottingham Forest, has expressed openness to a substantial sale for this player, who was purchased from Corinthians in 2023 for 12 million euros.
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