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Man United keep tabs on highly rated Brazilian who is “high on their list”
Oct 04 2026 06:47 · By onefootball.com · 14 Reads
Manchester United have been linked with a move for the Nottingham Forest defender, Murillo.
The 24-year-old has done well in the Premier League and is highly rated across Europe. According to Football Insider, Manchester United have been keeping tabs on the Brazilian defender for a while, and he’s likely to be on their shortlist in the upcoming windows.
Murillo on Man United radar
Manchester United hope to add more quality to the back line, and the Brazilian could be the ideal addition. He has shown his quality consistently in the Premier League with Nottingham Forest, and he can play for a bigger club. The opportunity to join Manchester United will be exciting for him.
Murillo could be a superb addition
It remains to be seen whether the Red Devils follow up on their interest with an official proposal to complete the deal. Signing the Brazilian will not be easy. He has a long-term contract with Nottingham Forest, and they will demand a premium. However, the 24-year-old is still quite young, and he will improve with coaching and experience.
Murillo has all the tools to develop into a future star, and he could justify a substantial investment in the long term. Manchester United would do well to secure his signature. They are looking to build a team capable of propelling them back to the top of English football, and they need quality players in order for that to happen.
The defender will also hope to sort out his future and join a top team. He will look to compete in the Champions League regularly and fight for major trophies. The move to Manchester United could be the ideal next step in his career.
