Murillo's new contract shows Forest's transformation into a much smoother machine, with a push for the Champions League looming

Nottingham Forest have become the envy of several clubs as they have just tied down defender Murillo to a new contract until 2029. His prowess in the backline has been the foundation on which the

Nottingham Forest centre-back Murillo agrees in principle a new four-year contract which would keep him at the City Ground until 2029.

Brazilian defender Murillo has signed a new four-and-a-half-year contract with Nottingham Forest. The deal is a reflection of the rapid progress the 22-year-old has made since joining the club in an £11million move from Corinthians in August 2023.

The Brazilian defender is set to put pen to paper on a new deal to 2029, says BBC Sport. Murillo, 22, originally joined Forest from Corinthians in August 2023, penning a contract to 2028. Forest currently sit second on the Premier League table.

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Nottingham Forest defender Murillo has signed a new contract that will keep him at the club until 2029. The 22-year-old Brazilian, who joined from Corinthians on Transfer Deadline Day in August 2023, has emerged as a key player for Nuno Espirito Santo 's side, who are currently third in the Premier League.