Chelsea attempted to sign Nottingham Forest’s Murillo in January but saw their bid rejected as the Brazilian defender committed his future to Forest.

🔎 What Happened?

🔹 Chelsea approached Nottingham Forest in early January to sign Murillo.
🔹 Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis rejected the bid outright.
🔹 Murillo signed a new contract keeping him at the club until 2029.

📌 Why Did Chelsea Want Murillo?

🔹 Defensive Reinforcement – Wesley Fofana’s hamstring injury left Chelsea short at the back.
🔹 Long-term Investment – The 22-year-old impressed in his first Premier League season.
🔹 Champions League Push – Chelsea aimed to bolster their squad for a top-four race.

⚽ Chelsea’s Defensive Options Now

✅ Trevoh Chalobah – Recalled from loan at Crystal Palace.
✅ Levi Colwill – Key starter.
✅ Tosin Adarabioyo – Summer signing now relied upon.
✅ Benoit Badiashile – Currently injured.
❌ Axel Disasi – Loaned to Aston Villa on deadline day.

🔮 What’s Next for Chelsea?

🔹 Murillo remains a long-term target for Chelsea, but a summer bid could be more likely.
🔹 With injuries mounting, defensive depth remains a concern for Enzo Maresca’s side.

📢 Should Chelsea revisit Murillo in the summer? 🤔💙