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Man Utd Chooses Replacement After Key Player Likely to Leave This Summer

Eurofootball17 Jan 2026 20:51 GMT+7

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Man Utd Chooses Replacement After Key Player Likely to Leave This Summer

"The Red Devils" Manchester United are reportedly set on a replacement after one of their key players appears likely to leave the team.

The Daily Mail, a prominent English media outlet, reported that "The Red Devils," Manchester United, a Premier League giant, are considering signing Murillo, a Brazilian defender from "The Tricky Trees" Nottingham Forest, this summer to Old Trafford.

It is understood that Manchester United is about to lose Harry Maguire, a key defender whose contract expires this summer, leaving on a free transfer. This has forced the Red Devils' board to seek a replacement of comparable quality, and recent reports identify Murillo as that player.

Murillo delivered an outstanding performance with Forest last season, playing a key role in helping the team secure a spot in the Europa League.

This samba defender is praised as a “highly talented player.” He is a strong, aggressive defender who contributes well offensively, making him an excellent reinforcement for Manchester United, which has been struggling defensively.

However, Murillo will certainly command a huge transfer fee because he still has a contract with Forest, who are under no pressure to lower their asking price.

While many positions at United need improvement, investing a large budget in just one central defender requires careful decision-making moving forward.