Dutch defender Virgil van Dijk has no guarantee of remaining at Liverpool beyond next season. The two sides are in talks to sign a new contract, but no agreement has been reached as of yet, and combined with his age of 33, the search for his successor continues.
According to Caught Offside, Liverpool could make a move for 22-year-old defender Murillo in next summer’s transfer window, leading Nottingham Forest’s final line, which has taken off this season, as a top target.
Despite only joining from Corinthians last season, he quickly settled into his first Premier League season and has been a pillar of the team in his first season with the club.
He has been a regular starter in the English domestic league since the start of the season and has supported the team’s good form from the defensive line.
Although he is not the tallest centre-back, he is strong enough to compete in physical games and can also create games from the back with his accurate passing from his left foot. He has all the abilities needed for a modern defender at a high level.
His contract with his club runs until June 2028. Although the transfer fee has not yet been revealed, a reasonably high offer is required And they will be even more aggressive in their negotiations if Nottingham continue their good form and qualify for European competitions.
However, the Brazilian centre-back is not the only centre-back being discussed in the media. Who will Liverpool choose as Van Dijk’s long-term replacement?