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Chelsea's new transfer strategy: 14 PL-proven potential targets

After years of attempting to stockpile some of the best young talent around, it seems Chelsea are finally set for a dramatic shift in their transfer strategy as they struggle to keep pace with their rivals both domestically and abroad. With the Blues out of the Champions League and lagging behind in the gruelling chase for a top-five Premier League finish, the hierarchy is ready to change tack.

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Murillo Nottingham Forest 2025-26

Man Utd & Chelsea want ‘the best player’ at Forest

Manchester United and Chelsea are among those to have been credited with interest in Brazil international centre-half Murillo, and Nottingham Forest legend Viv Anderson has told GOAL that any team that gets a transfer deal over the line would be acquiring the Reds’ “best player”. It has previously been suggested that the mercurial South American could become the first £100 million ($135m) defender in world football.

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Murillo Nottingham Forest 2025-26

Future Real or Barca star? Forest have a 'crazy' £100m talent

Transfer fees have been creeping up for some time, with Neymar blowing the doors off that particular market when joining Paris Saint-Germain for €222m (£195m/$261m) in 2017. It appears to be only a matter of time before a defender moves for nine figures, with Marlon Harewood telling GOAL of why Nottingham Forest star Murillo could be the man to make history.

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Liverpool v Nottingham Forest - Premier League

HUGE drama at Anfield after Forest VAR controversy

Two contentious first half refereeing decisions made headlines at Anfield on Saturday. The VAR first saw no reason to chalk off Murillo's opener, despite Liverpool's players protesting that an offside player interfered with Alisson's line of sight. Moments later, Igor Jesus' effort was disallowed for handball, despite replays showing the ball did not touch the striker's arm.

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Frequently asked questions

Alexander Isak is a striker for Newcastle United. His style of play has often drawn comparisons to Premier League icon Thierry Henry.

Alexander Isak was born in the Solna Municipality of the Stockholm County in Sweden.

Alexander Isak wears the No. 14 at Newcastle United and has become one of Europe's most consistent forwards.

Alexander Isak is 1.92m (6ft 4in) tall, but don't let his height fool you into thinking that he's your typical target man. Despite his tall frame, Isak is among the most fearless dribblers in the Premier League and is blessed with terrific speed.

Alexander Isak weighs 77kg (170 lbs), with his slender physique and powerful technical ability making him tough to dispossess.

Alexander Isak joined Allsvenskan giants AIK's youth setup in 2005, at the age of six, and made his senior professional debut with them in 2016.

No, Alexander Isak doesn't have any children.

Alexander Isak is currently single and seems to be focusing on his career at Newcastle United, where he has become a fan favourite.

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