Enzo Maresca shook hands with Chris Kavanagh during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)
Arsenal and Chelsea are interested in signing Nottingham Forest defender Murillo.
The 23-year-old has done very well for the English club and the London club would be prepared to let him leave. According to a report from Fichajes, the player’s transfer fee will be around 80 million to 90 million euros. It will be interesting to see which of the two clubs decides on a formal offer depending on their interest.
Arsenal already have a wealth of defensive talent, so it would be quite surprising for them to invest in a Brazilian defender. Instead, you need to improve the quality of your attacking units.
Meanwhile, Chelsea are in need of quality defensive reinforcements. They have looked very vulnerable at the back this season and have suffered from multiple injury problems in their defence. Murillo could be a great acquisition for them. He could help them tighten up the rear.
The 23-year-old has proven himself regularly in the Premier League and now could be the perfect time to join a big club. Chelsea could offer him a platform to compete at the highest level and fight for trophies. It could be the ideal next step in the defender’s progression. Competing at the highest level with top-class players will help him grow further and realize his potential.
Although the reported price may seem quite high, this player has the qualities to be worthy of future investment. He has time and will only grow with coaching and experience. It will be interesting to see if Arsenal and Chelsea decide to pay.
The 23-year-old is one of the best young players in the Premier League and could be a long-term addition to either club.
