MURILLO NEWS

Overcame illness Murillo missed Saturday's clash with Everton due to an illness, according to manager Sean Dyche. "We had Murillo back after a week of being ill. We had to be careful with him."

Impact Murillo had been struggling with a hamstring injury, but actually missed the clash with Everton due to an illness. The defender returned to action in the Europa League where he played 70 minutes. He should be available for Sunday's clash with Tottenham as well now that he's over the hamstring issue and illness.

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Returns in Europa League Murillo (hamstring) played 70 minutes during Thursday's 2-1 win over Utrecht.

Impact Murillo was included in the traveling squad and was deemed fit enough to start during Thursday's win. The fact he was straight back in the starting XI is a great sign that he's fully fit once more. When at his best, Murillo is a consistent starter and should be a constant presence in the first team.

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Expected to return Murillo (hamstring) is expected to return to the match squad after training in full on Wednesday and travelling with the Forest squad to the Netherlands, according to Jak Netting f...

Impact Murillo trained in full on Wednesday and travelled with the squad for Thursday's clash against Utrecht in the Europa League suggesting he is expected to return for that game. This is excellent news for Forest since he has been an undisputed starter in central defense and he should claim back that role after his three-game absence due to a hamtring injury.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Murillo (hamstring) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Everton.

Impact Murillo remains out Saturday as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury since last week. The defender has not progressed enough to return to contention and will not be available to start in the backline. His absence is a setback for Nottingham since he has been a key defensive presence when fit and regularly delivers strong performances.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Could return for Everton match Murillo (hamstring) "was touch and go with a hamstring and then he's been ill since so we're monitoring him daily (and) just hoping that he recovers quickly", manager Sean Dyche co...

Impact Murillo was quite unlucky over the past week, suffering both an injury and an ailment, but there's hope that he'll be in contention to play again. In that case, he'll likely join Nikola Milenkovic at center-back, pushing Morato to a bench spot. Murillo's presence would give a big boost to Nottingham's defense, as he has been a regular starter when available, averaging 4.6 clearances and 1.9 interceptions per game.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Still not an option Murillo (hamstring) is out for Wednesday's match against Wolves.

Impact Murillo was dealt an illness while already dealing with a hamstring injury, with one of the two keeping him out for a second straight match Wednesday. The club will have to continue without a regular starter, leaving Morato and Nikla Milenkovic to start in the center of the defense. A return seemed to be nearing, potentially an option when facing Everton on Saturday.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Now dealt illness Murillo (hamstring) is now suffering from an illness as well, but appears to be an option for Wednesday's match against Wolves, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Jak Netting of...

Impact Murillo was held out over the weekend as he continued to recover from a hamstring injury and was not risked to prevent further injury. However, he is now also suffering from an illness, although it appears he could overcome both injuries to be an option Wednesday. The club hopes this is the case for the Brazilian, as he is a regular starter when fit, starting in all nine of his league appearances.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Absent with hamstring injury Murillo (calf) was out for Sunday's 2-0 loss to Brighton due to a hamstring injury, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Jak Netting of Vavel. "We had to make a call on Murillo, bu...

Impact Murillo was absent from the team sheet completely Sunday after an injury, with the defender dealing with a hamstring injury. That said, the club appeared to take his situation cautiously, not pushing him to play even if he could. They have two matches coming up this week, so it will be interesting to see what they do with the regular starter, hopeful he can play, but keeping Morato as a backup option.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Sunday Murillo (calf) is out for Sunday's match against Brighton.

Impact Murillo was thought to possibly be an option for Sunday, but has missed the call altogether, with the defender off the team sheet. However, this does likely mean he makes a return in one of the club's two matches this week, facing Wolves on Wednesday and Everton on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Could be ready for Sunday Murillo (calf) could be available to face Brighton on Sunday, manager Sean Dyche told media during Friday's press conference. "We think he will be fine. I will find out more but at...

Impact Murillo departed Thursday's win over Malmo in the UEFA Europa League with a calf issue, but based on Dyche's words, the center-back could be ready to play this weekend if needed. Murillo has been a stud at the back for the Trick Trees, averaging 4.6 clearances, 1.9 interceptions and 1.5 tackles per game in nine EPL starts.

NOVEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with calf issue Murillo suffered a calf issue and was forced off in the 74th minute of Thursday's 3-0 win over Malmo in the Europa League, according to John Percy from The Telegraph.

Impact Murillo was forced off in the middle of the second half in Thursday's victory against Malmo in the Europa League due to a calf issue. The center-back had a decent outing, creating three chances after finding his first goal of the season against Liverpool on Saturday. The defender will be assessed in the coming hours to determine the extent of the issue, with the hope that there is nothing serious since he is an undisputed starter in the backline for Forest. If he had to miss some time with a more serious problem, Morato would see a larger role in the backline until he returns.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers potential injury Murillo was forced to exit with an undisclosed issue in Thursday's Europa League win over Malmo.

Impact Murillo created various scoring chances while playing in an unusual full-back position Thursday, but he couldn't finish the game and was replaced by Neco Williams. The extent of the Brazilian's issue is still unknown, making him questionable for the next league match against Brighton. Both Willy Boly and Morato offer center-back depth if Forest need to modify their usual lineup.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in win Murillo scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Liverpool.

Impact Murillo scored a rare goal on three shots during a shocking rout of Liverpool at Anfield. This was expected to be one of the toughest matches on the calendar, instead, Murillo dominated it. The clean sheet and goal were both brilliant, as Murillo and co. look to bounce back from a very shaky start to the season.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 22 • Associated Press

Continues in starting role Murillo recorded one interception, two clearances and three tackles in Sunday's 3-1 win over Leeds United.

Impact Murillo was once again in his starting role Sunday, with the defender playing the entire 90, but was unable to maintain the clean sheet. However, he continues in his everyday starting role, a spot he has now held for the past three seasons. The Brazilian should maintain this role as long as he remains fit, as he has already been forced to miss out three times due to injury and has started in 10 of his 11 appearances this campaign.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Crisis at the City Ground: How Nottingham Forest went from top-four fight to potentially needing relegation firefighter Sean Dyche to replace Ange Postecoglou

Nottingham Forest's surge towards the Premier League's top four was the most inspiring story of the 2024-25 campaign, and though a late coll...

OCTOBER 17 • goal

Ramping up fitness Murillo was involved in training over the international break, according to Peter Smith of the Nottingham Post.

Impact Murillo returned to the team sheet ahead of the break when he went unused from the bench against Newcastle. However, he is ramping up his fitness levels ahead of their return to action and appears to be in a decent spot, having trained with his teammates. He will then hope to see the start against Chelsea on Saturday, starting in four of his five appearances this season.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Murillo (thigh) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Newcastle.

Impact Murillo was a late call for Sunday, but appears to have passed his testing to be an option Sunday, facing Newcastle from the bench. This is positive news, as they do gain back a regular defender. He will look to start the next contest, as he started in all five of his appearances this season before his injury.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Sunday Murillo (thigh) will be a late call for Sunday's game against Newcastle United, manager Ange Postecoglou told media Friday. "We'll see. It was a different knock last night. He only...

Impact Postecoglou makes it sound as if the Brazilian defender might be available for Sunday's trip to St. James' Park, but a late call on his status will be made over the weekend. Murillo will likely need a fitness test to determine his availability, but if he passes it, he should slot into the starting lineup at center-back alongside Nikola Milenkovic.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Injured Thursday Murillo was brought off with an apparent injury during the first half of Thursday's clash with Midtyjlland.

Impact Murillo was just making his return from injury Thursday when he was forced off inside the opening 30 minutes. The defender has already missed the last three matches with injury and is now set for the sideline again. Nicolo Savona came on to replace Murillo for the remainder of Thursday's match. Murillo will likely be sidelined until after the international break to try and fully recover.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Trains Wednesday Murillo (thigh) trained Wednesday ahead of Thursday's match against Midtjylland, according to Sarah Clapson of the Nottingham Post.

Impact Murillo was back in team training Wednesday for the first time since suffering his injury, joining the squad just ahead of their UEL match. This is positive news, as it does mean a return is closer for the defender. He will still be questionable to take the field Thursday, with the club looking for the defender to be fit after he started in their first four games of the season, a regular starter when fit.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Recovering slowly Murillo (thigh) is recovering slower than originally expected, according to manager Ange Postecoglou."Murillo is still kind of not where we want him to be. He is still not totally...

Impact Murillo is still working on a thigh injury, and while he's back on grass and slowly integrating into training, it appears it's going much slower than originally anticipated. With limited chances before the international break, it's possible Murillo could be given the extra two weeks to recover. Morato should remain in the starting XI as long as Murillo is sidelined.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Murillo (undisclosed) is out for Wednesday's trip to Real Betis, according to manager Ange Postecoglou."The only one that misses out is Murillo again. He trained on Monday but he's...

Impact Murillo remains sidelined with a knock, but is nearing a return. He was able to train on Monday and seems to be progressing in his recovery. Murillo's next chance to return will be a Saturday clash with Sunderland back in Premier League action. Nicolo Savona has taken on a larger role while Murillo has been sidelined.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Burnley Murillo (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Burnley.

Impact Murillo has been ruled out for Saturday's clash with Burnley as he continues to train individually while recovering from a minor issue. Although the injury is not serious, he hasn't yet returned to team sessions and remains unavailable. The center-back had started all four of the club's league matches this season before this setback and should claim that role once fully back fit.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Saturday Murillo (undisclosed) is doubtful for Saturday's match against Burnley, according to manager Ange Postecoglou. "He's still a doubt - he did some individual work today. We'll give h...

Impact Murillo is still on the outside looking in for Saturday's match, as he is not dealing with a serious injury but has only trained individually and is still doubtful. That said, he seems unlikely to play, instead looking more likely to face Betis in UEL action on Wednesday. Once fit, he will look to see the start, starting in all four of the club's league matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE