Nottingham Forest have signed Corinthians defender Murillo.

Murillo, 21, has signed a five-year deal, as he arrives for a fee of £15m.

Murillo said: “I am very excited to join Nottingham Forest.

“It is a big club with a huge fanbase and I cannot wait to start playing at The City Ground.


“The Premier League is the best league in the world, so I can't wait to test myself and give my all for this club."

Forest's Chief Football Officer, Ross Wilson said: "Murillo has shown his high level of ability and potential at Corinthians so naturally we are delighted that he now joins Nottingham Forest.

"At only 21 years old we know how high his potential is and we look forward to helping him to maximise that."