Matthew Wilkinson

Wed 5 February 2025 19:00, UK

Nottingham Forest fans are all delighted with their club after reportedly rejecting a January transfer window move for Murillo.

Chelsea were targeting the Brazil international early in the January transfer window but City Ground owner Evangelo Marinakis refused to consider what would have been a record sale for Forest.

The 22-year-old has played a key role in Forest’s sensational season which has led the club into the top four at this stage in the campaign.

Murillo signed a contract extension at the City Ground in January, extending his stay at the club until the summer of 2029.

However, the central defender has been receiving interest from several top Premier League sides.

Industry insider Mick Brown previously told Football Insider that Liverpool and Chelsea are interested in signing Murillo, but a move away is something Forest has been placed on hold for now.

According to The Telegraph, the prospect of a move for Murillo to Chelsea was swiftly shut down after an initial inquiry and the player has since signed a lucrative new contract.

Nottingham Forest want Murillo to remain at the club

Forest fans are pleased with the club for taking a stance and maintaining their players, with some claiming that teams have to “keep your best” in order to win trophies.

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