Liverpool They are supposedly in a battle with Arsenal and manchester united over a deal to sign Nottingham Forest star Murillo, according to transfer journalist Ekrem Konur.
After arriving at the City Ground from Corinthians last year, the 22-year-old showed flashes of his qualities in his first campaign at the first division Last season, he helped his team survive relegation despite suffering a points deduction for being found guilty of violating PSR rules.
Now the Brazilian has enjoyed a stellar start to this season, scoring a solitary goal and keeping four clean sheets in 11 league appearances. The Reds are currently fifth in the table with 19 points from 11 games, just behind third place. Chelsea in goal difference.
So it seems that the South American's eye-catching start to the season has attracted the attention of several big clubs in Europe. writing in unknown, Konur claims that Liverpool are interested in him and have been closely monitoring his development before making a possible attack next year.
However, the journalist says Liverpool are not the only club in this race, with Arsenal and Man Utd also planning a raid for him. In addition, Juventus, Atlético de Madrid, Chelsea, Newcastle UnitedEdit, real Madrid and Barcelona They are also interested in hiring him.
Battle
Murillo is valued at around £33 million per Transfer market and he still has more than three and a half years left on his current contract. Nuno Espírito Santo's side are therefore likely to demand a hefty fee if they are forced to cash in on him next year.
With Virgil van Dijk's current contract expiring at the end of this season, signing a new top-flight replacement for him will become a necessity for the Merseyside club if the Dutchman eventually leaves the club.
On the other hand, Man Utd will have to renew the defensive department next summer as Harry MaguireJonny Evans and Victor Lindelof have entered the final months of their respective contracts. All of them have turned 30, so it is very unlikely that they will be offered an extension.
As for Arsenal, they will have to sign a new left defender as a possible replacement for Jakub Kiwior, who has been linked with a departure from the club. After arriving from Italian side Spezia, he has not been able to find his place in the Premier League.
Murillo is a highly talented player and would be a smart acquisition for Liverpool, Arsenal or Man Utd if any of those clubs eventually buy him to bolster their backline.
