“He is the best piece left” Nottingham Forest not giving up on transfer chase to SIGN complete Player who will make MURILLO play better.
The article discusses the potential acquisition of Brazilian left-back Caio Henrique by Nottingham Forest and how he could form a strong partnership with fellow Brazilian Murillo. Here’s a rephrased version:
Nottingham Forest’s Brazilian Connection: From Murillo to Henrique
Nottingham Forest’s £15m investment in Brazilian centre-back Murillo last summer has paid off handsomely. Initially an unknown quantity, the 22-year-old quickly became a mainstay in the team, starting 31 consecutive Premier League matches. His impressive performances have even sparked interest from Chelsea, with rumors of a potential £60m move.
Building on this success, Forest is now eyeing another Brazilian talent: Monaco left-back Caio Henrique. The club has made an inquiry about the 27-year-old, who is also attracting interest from West Ham United. Valued at £17.1m by Transfermarkt, Henrique is under contract with Monaco until 2027.
Despite missing part of last season due to an ACL injury, Henrique’s post-recovery form has been remarkable. In just nine appearances for Monaco, he provided five assists, showcasing his offensive capabilities. His defensive stats are equally impressive, averaging 1.9 tackles and 1.2 blocks per 90 minutes.
The potential pairing of Henrique and Murillo could significantly strengthen Forest’s defense. Murillo has already formed a promising partnership with new signing Nikola Milenkovic in pre-season, and manager Nuno Espírito Santo hopes to see this duo in action for the season opener.
Forest’s recruitment of Brazilian players has been crucial to their Premier League survival. While the cost of acquiring Henrique remains unclear, his addition could greatly enhance the team’s left-back options and overall defensive capabilities.