Murillo’s £15 million acquisition from Corinthians has proven to be a savvy move for Nottingham Forest, even with him having played only 13 games in the Brazilian top-flight. The upcoming matches against Everton, Manchester City, and Sheffield United are vital as Forest battles to stay in the Premier League.
According to journalist Dean Jones, who considers Murillo one of the standout breakout stars at The City Ground this season, Nottingham Forest could command a fee exceeding £50 million for the talented center-back during the 2024 summer transfer window.
Nottingham Forest is facing another challenging season in the Premier League, embroiled in a relegation battle due to a points deduction for breaching profit and sustainability regulations.
Nuno Espirito Santo has been entrusted with steering Forest to safety and is eager to see a string of victories soon. Murillo has been instrumental at The City Ground, emerging as one of the most promising talents in the Premier League.
Murillo’s Remarkable Debut Season in the Premier League
During the latter part of the 2024 summer transfer window, Nottingham Forest successfully secured the services of Corinthians’ center-back Murillo for a reported fee of approximately £15 million. The 21-year-old expressed his enthusiasm for making an impact in the Premier League, having featured in just 13 matches in Brazil’s top division before joining The City Ground (as reported by BBC Sport).
Murillo has made a significant impact in the Premier League, earning a regular spot under both Steve Cooper and Nuno while garnering praise from pundits and fans throughout the 2023/24 season. According to sources from GIVEMESPORT, Arsenal is considering a move for the Brazilian, and Nottingham Forest might have to entertain offers in the upcoming summer transfer window due to their need to comply with the Premier League’s financial regulations.
Dean Jones believes that Murillo’s breakthrough in the Premier League is on par with emerging talents like Chelsea’s Cole Palmer, Liverpool’s Conor Bradley, and Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo. Contrary to recent reports suggesting a £20 million sale, Jones suggests that a more realistic valuation for Murillo would be around £50 million. He mentioned to GIVEMESPORT:
“Murillo’s rise has been one of the standout stories in the Premier League this season. When assessing players who have made a significant impact, it’s hard to overlook names like Cole Palmer, Kobbie Mainoo, and Conor Bradley, who have emerged from obscurity to become widely recognized.
He is a tremendous talent, and despite recent reports mentioning a £20 million valuation, that figure falls short of Nottingham Forest’s expectations. I believe a more appropriate estimate would be upwards of £50 million, considering his performance and potential.”