Real Madrid Eye £80m Move for Nottingham Forest’s Murillo

Real will have to pay £80m for Murillo

Real Madrid are considering a significant bid for Nottingham Forest defender Murillo when the January transfer window opens. However, the Spanish giants are expected to fork out a staggering £80 million to secure the Brazilian talent’s services.

This information comes from a report in the Mail, which emphasizes that Nottingham Forest, currently enjoying a surprising ascent in the Premier League, is determined not to make the transfer easy for Carlo Ancelotti’s squad.

Murillo has been instrumental in Nottingham Forest’s impressive performance this season, contributing to their position in fifth place after 11 matches under the guidance of Nuno Espirito Santo. “Nottingham Forest are under no pressure to sell star centre back Murillo in January amid interest from Real Madrid,” writes the outlet. This provides a context to Forest’s current ambitions in the league.

Given Eder Militao’s serious knee injury, Madrid finds themselves in a precarious situation defensively. “Real Madrid are short in central defence after Eder Militao sustained a serious knee injury that will leave him on the sidelines for a long period.” This situation compels them to explore their options vigorously.

Despite acknowledging that clubs with Champions League status will inevitably show interest in Murillo, Nottingham Forest is in a strong position. “Yet while there is an acceptance at Forest that Champions League clubs will move for Murillo, there is no financial imperative to sell him before the end of the campaign.” The club is aiming high this season.

With Forest’s current fifth place in the league heading into the November international break, there is cautious optimism regarding their chances for European qualification. “With Forest fifth in the table heading into the November international break, there is cautious optimism that they can push for European qualification this term and boss Nuno Espirito Santo is desperate to keep his squad together for the entire campaign.” This goal further bolsters their resolve to keep Murillo.

Currently, Real Madrid’s valuation of Murillo, reportedly set at £40 million, starkly contrasts with Nottingham Forest’s assessment of the player. “Besides, Madrid’s mooted £40m valuation of Murillo does not come close to how highly Forest rate him. Any club showing a serious interest in the 22-year-old would likely have to double that offer to have any chance of success.” This indicates the tight negotiation landscape ahead for Los Blancos.

White to make himself available for England selection from March

Ben White is poised for a return to the international stage with the England national team, as indicated by a report in the Express that features insights from talkSPORT.

The Arsenal defender has been absent from the Three Lions’ selection since opting out during the 2022 World Cup held in Qatar, which has raised eyebrows in light of his experiences.

However, with news of Thomas Tuchel taking over as head coach in January, whispers suggest that the 27-year-old is ready to re-enter international contention. “Ben White could be about to end a three-year absence from the England fold in the wake of Thomas Tuchel’s appointment,” writes the Express, linking his return to the managerial change.

“The Arsenal defender is reportedly ready to make his comeback now that Gareth Southgate and his backroom staff have made way.” Lee Carsley is currently in charge for the final matches of the year before Tuchel’s arrival on January 1. This change could spark a renewed interest in White from the national setup.

According to talkSPORT, White is prepared to make himself available for England in March 2025, which marks a pivotal moment in his international career. Tuchel will have had two months to assess his squad by then, and White’s inclusion would provide a significant boost to the German coach’s tactical options.

Alexander-Arnold will stay at Liverpool until season’s end

The Metro has reported that Trent Alexander-Arnold will remain at Liverpool to complete the season, quelling speculation regarding his future.

Though the 26-year-old’s contract runs out in the summer, there has been considerable buzz suggesting that Real Madrid might pursue him aggressively in the January transfer window. This adds layers to the narrative surrounding his position at Anfield.

Latest insights indicate that Alexander-Arnold is set to continue with the Reds until at least May, poising him for a key role in the closing stages of the campaign. “Trent Alexander-Arnold is planning to see out the season at Liverpool with Real Madrid viewing a January transfer as ‘practically impossible,’ according to reports in Spain,” reads the article.

His contract is set to expire at the end of the current season, presenting a scenario where he could depart as a free agent. “The 26-year-old’s contract with Liverpool is due to expire at the end of the season, meaning that he will be able to leave Anfield as a free agent.”

With Dani Carvajal sidelined for the remainder of the season due to injury, Real Madrid has set its sights on Alexander-Arnold as an urgent primary target. “Real Madrid have made Alexander-Arnold one of their priority transfer targets and following the injury to Dani Carvajal, who is set to miss the rest of the season, the Spanish champions are looking to sign cover at right-back in the January transfer window.”

“Relevo reports that Madrid are not ruling out an attempt to sign Alexander-Arnold in January; however, the club are not confident in their chances of luring the England international away from Anfield before the season has finished.” This situation leaves interventions from both parties as a pivotal element in the upcoming transfer windows.

How⁤ might‌ Thomas Tuchel’s management style influence Ben⁢ White’s potential return to the England squad?

⁢**Interview with ​Football Analyst John Smith on Upcoming Transfer News**

**Editor:**​ Welcome, John! Let’s dive into⁤ some of the latest transfer news. Real Madrid ‌is reportedly considering ‍a bid⁤ of £80 million for Nottingham Forest’s defender⁤ Murillo. What are your thoughts on this ​situation?

**John Smith:** Thanks for having me! It’s an ‍interesting scenario, particularly with Nottingham Forest’s rising performance ‌in the Premier‌ League. Murillo has⁤ been a ​key⁤ player for them,⁣ and you can​ see why Real Madrid is keen on him, especially now that they’re dealing ⁢with Eder Militao’s injury.

**Editor:** Indeed! ⁢Nottingham Forest seems ​to be⁣ in a strong position, not feeling⁤ pressured to ⁤sell despite the‌ big‍ clubs circling. How does this affect their ambitions for ‍the season?

**John Smith:** Exactly. Nottingham is fifth in the league and has a real shot at European qualification. They’ll be reluctant to part with a⁢ player who ​is pivotal to their success right now. The management understands that ‍keeping Murillo‌ could significantly impact their aspirations this season.

**Editor:** Real Madrid’s current valuation of Murillo⁢ is at‌ £40 million, ‌but Nottingham’s assessment is much higher, nearly double that. ⁣Considering the stakes, how do you see negotiations playing out?

**John‍ Smith:** It’s⁣ definitely a tight situation for Madrid. They‌ need to bolster ⁤their defense and will likely have to raise their ‌offer if they want ⁣to get Murillo. Nottingham can‍ play hardball ⁢given their ⁢position in the league and their lack of financial ⁢pressure to⁤ sell.

**Editor:** Shifting gears a bit, we’ve also heard that Ben White is preparing for a return to ⁣the England squad ​after ​his absence since the 2022 World Cup. Do you think this change in management to Thomas Tuchel might influence his decision to come back?

**John Smith:** Definitely! White’s absence was somewhat‌ unexpected,⁢ and with a new coach arriving, it’s the perfect opportunity for him ‌to reintroduce‍ himself. Tuchel’s tactical approach could benefit ‍from White’s versatility, so this could bode well for both the player and the national team.

**Editor:** Lastly, there are rumors surrounding Trent Alexander-Arnold’s future at⁢ Liverpool, especially⁤ with Real Madrid showing interest. What ​do you think‌ is next for him?

**John Smith:** It sounds like Alexander-Arnold will stick around at Liverpool ‍until at least the end of​ the season. His experience and ability are crucial for ⁤Liverpool, especially amid speculation.‌ However, as always with transfers, anything can happen,⁤ especially with a player of his caliber.

**Editor:** ⁣Thank you,‌ John, for your insights! It’s going to be an‍ exciting transfer window. We’ll keep an ‍eye on how these situations ‍develop.

**John ⁤Smith:** Absolutely! Thanks for having⁤ me.