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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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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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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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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

Bruno Fernandes is a central attacking midfielder by nature, although he has also played as a second striker or in a deeper playmaking position in the midfielder. On many occasions at Manchester United, Erik ten Hag has also used him out wide on the right due to his crossing ability.

Bruno Fernandes was born in Maia, in the Porto Metropolitan Area, Portugal.

Bruno Fernandes wears the No. 8 jersey at Manchester United, previously worn by players like Wayne Rooney and Juan Mata.

Bruno Fernandes stands at 1.79m (5ft 10in), and is one of the most prolific goalscoring and chance-creating midfielders in the Premier League.

Bruno Fernandes weighs 69kg (152 lbs). He is an excellent presser when the opposition is in their first phase of build-up, and is also an ever-reliable player when it comes to set pieces.

Bruno Fernandes' first club during his childhood was local outfit Infesta. He joined Boavista in 2004, where he spent most of his youth career. Interestingly, he was offered a chance to join Porto's youth academy, but instead decided to join their rivals.

Bruno Fernandes and his wife Ana Pinho have two children - a daughter named Matilde and a son named Goncalo.

Bruno Fernandes is married to childhood sweetheart Ana Pinho. The duo exchanged vows in 2015.