Steve Cooper is keen on strengthening his backline before the end of the summer transfer window.

And Nottingham Forest have their eyes set on Corinthians’ 21-year-old centre-back Murillo.

Nottingham Forest have already submitted a bid for the centre-back worth £13m with add-ons.

And according to Brazilian broadcaster TNT, Nottingham Forest are closing in on sealing the deal for Murillo.

The Tricky Trees are currently working with the Brazilian outfit to sort out the final details of the deal.

Murillo is a product of Corinthians’ academy set-up and has made 13 league appearances this season while racking up three cautions.

The young defender is very highly rated at Corinthians and has two more years left on his contract with the Brazilian outfit.

Nottingham Forest have already established contact with the player’s representatives and they will be hoping to complete the deal quickly.

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Nottingham Forest secure Steve Cooper’s Andrey Santos in season-long loan

Nottingham Forest have announced the signing of Andrey Santos from Chelsea on a season-long loan.

The Brazil Under-20s captain joins Steve Cooper’s side after spending pre-season at Cobham under the guidance of new Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino.

The central midfield player, who scored eight times in Vasco da Gama’s promotion campaign, has become Forest’s fifth summer signing.

Santos told Forest’s club website: “I am very happy and excited to be here. I know that Forest is a big club, they play good football and they have good players, which is important for me.

“It has always been my dream to play in the Premier League and I can’t wait to enjoy playing.”

Chief Football Officer Ross Wilson added: “Everyone knows how talented Andrey is, so naturally we are pleased that amongst the considerable interest in him, he and Chelsea have chosen Nottingham Forest. We are all delighted to have him.”