New name on the radar: Bayern eye up Premier League defender | OneFootball

FC Bayern is looking for alternatives for the central defense. A completely new name has now emerged.

FC Bayern's squad planning for the upcoming season is already underway in the background – especially in central defense. According to information from the BILD podcast "Bayern Insider", the Munich team now has another exciting name on their list: Murillo, 23 years old, a central defender from Nottingham Forest.

According to the report, the Brazilian is high on Bayern's watchlist and is considered an "interesting name" for the record champions. The officials at Säbener Straße are closely monitoring his development, appreciating his athleticism, tackling strength, and strong build-up play. However, a potential transfer is likely to be expensive: Murillo has a contract with Nottingham until 2029 – without a release clause.

The 1.84-meter-tall left-footer moved from Brazil to the Premier League in 2023 and immediately impressed with maturity, vision, and courage in build-up play. His market value is currently around 45 million euros – and rising.

Guehi remains Bayern's top candidate – talks planned from January

Murillo would likely be primarily an alternative. Because Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace apparently remains Bayern's absolute top candidate for central defense in the summer of 2026.

According to the podcast, Bayern plans to take the next step as soon as Guehi is officially allowed to speak with other clubs from January 1. The Munich team wants to "start talks and give it a try," according to the podcast. Eberl is considered a big fan of the Premier League defender and is said to have already made initial contacts with his management.

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Guehi is a regular player in the English national team and has enormous international experience. Last season, he was close to moving to Liverpool FC – but the transfer fell through at the last minute. Now, Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, and several top English clubs are also hoping to secure his services.

How serious Bayern becomes with Guehi or Murillo largely depends on the situation with Dayot Upamecano. The Frenchman's contract runs until 2026, and talks about an extension have stalled. If no agreement is reached, a free transfer departure looms – and Bayern would have to react.

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