Insider says PL player “is going to be a leading contender for Chelsea” to sign

An insider has claimed that one Premier League player is going to be a leading contender for Chelsea to sign soon.

It’s going to be an interesting next couple of transfer windows for Chelsea as they look to do some more bits of business and add to the squad to strengthen it.

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We have been seeing a lot of links to different players recently, and one name that has come up quite a bit for Chelsea is Nottingham Forest centre back Murillo. Chelsea certainly seem to be interested in the 23-year-old Brazilian international.

And apparently, he is drawing interest from Chelsea once again and is being tipped to become a transfer pursuit very soon.

Murillo to Chelsea?

Nottingham Forest defender Murillo.

Chelsea are plotting a move to sign Murillo as they aim to strengthen at the back in the January transfer window.

That is according to former Man United and Blackburn chief scout Mick Brown, who apparently remains very well-connected within the game as an insider.

“Murillo is going to be a leading contender for Chelsea,” he told Football Insider.

“He doesn’t always look the part, he’s not particularly tall and he’s got a bit of a stocky frame, but he’s very, very effective on the ground and in the air.

“He brings a stability and aggression to the Forest team which has made him a massive player for them in the heart of their defence with the players around him.

“Enzo Maresca wants to bring somebody in, and he would be a great fit.

“From a Chelsea point of view, that’s the type of defender they need, somebody who’s authoritative, commanding and looks like he enjoys defending.

“Plus, he’s very comfortable on the ball which makes him ideal for the way they play.

“From what I hear, they are big admirers of his and if they’re looking to bring in a centre-back when the window opens, he will be one of the first they look at.

“Getting him out of Forest might be a difficult ask, but that’s another question and something I’m sure they will find out if or when they make a move.”