Liverpool get serious about signing £70m Brazil star

Liverpool have re-entered the race for Nottingham Forest’s Brazilian centre-back Murillo and are now considered one of the most “serious” contenders to secure the £60 million–£70 million-rated defender this summer, according to a fresh TEAMtalk report.

The 23-year-old, who joined Forest from Corinthians in 2023 and is contracted until 2029, is attracting heavy interest from Europe’s elite after three seasons of top-flight experience. Sources close to the player indicate that a summer exit is “increasingly likely” if suitors meet the asking price, with Liverpool and Chelsea leading the English charge.

Analysts at Anfield view Murillo as a potential upgrade at the heart of defence, citing his composure in possession and ability to progress play from deep areas. The Reds explored a move for the left-footed stopper last year but ultimately pursued alternative targets, including Leoni and Jacquet, while bolstering their under-21 ranks.

Competition is fierce: Manchester United, Arsenal, Tottenham, Real Madrid, Barcelona and Bayern Munich are all monitoring developments. Murillo’s representatives believe the summer of 2026 represents the optimal window for a career-defining step, meaning Liverpool must present a compelling sporting project to persuade the Brazil international to choose Merseyside ahead of other heavyweight destinations.

With Forest braced for offers and Europe’s giants circling, Liverpool face a pivotal few months in their pursuit of one of South America’s most coveted defensive talents.