Chelsea are reportedly holding internal discussions over centre-back targets, with Murillo a top target alongside Jarrad Branthwaite and Jan Paul van Hecke.

According to Simon Phillips, the Blues are getting to work on defensive signings for this summer, with that area being identified as a key priority.

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Murillo has long been linked with Chelsea and his name is said to have come up again, while another raid on Brighton could be on the cards as there’s interest in Van Hecke.

However, one issue might be that Van Hecke and Joao Pedro had something of a training ground bust-up when they were teammates at Brighton, so that could be an interesting detail to keep in mind.

Phillips adds that Everton’s Branthwaite is also an option being considered by Chelsea, while others could also come into the equation as no final decision has been made yet.

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“Chelsea are weighing up their options for new centre backs this summer, with this area on the pitch going to be the priority,” Phillips said.

“Something is certainly happening with Murillo of Nottingham Forest right...