Real Madrid Target Nottingham Forest’s Murillo After Militao Injury

Overview

• Reports from AS relayed by Yahoo Sports say Real Madrid have added the 23-year-old centre-back to their shortlist after Eder Militao was ruled out for roughly four months.
• A subsequent Yahoo report citing Fichajes indicates Madrid have identified Murillo as a target for next year.
• CaughtOffside, citing the Daily Mail, reports Chelsea and Real Madrid are preparing to compete for his signature in the summer of 2026, with no formal bids detailed.
• Nottingham Forest are portrayed as under no pressure to sell, with Yahoo noting a contract running to 2029 and CaughtOffside reporting any deal would likely require a fee above £55 million.
• Murillo has been a standout for Forest this season and has earned Brazil recognition, and multiple outlets report he is open to a future move.