Nottingham Forest and Everton are interested in Gremio centre-back Gustavo Martins. The Brazilian could be a transfer target for the English clubs ahead of the January window.
According to German publication Fussballeuropa, the 24-year-old is on both clubs' lists of potential signings. Martins is reportedly interested in testing himself outside Brazil.
The defender has been at Gremio since joining their academy in 2018. He has made more than 100 appearances for the first team.
Gremio value the player at €12–15 million
According to the report, the Brazilian club hope to receive between €12 million and €15 million for Martins. There have been no reports of specific offers or negotiations with Nottingham Forest or Everton.
Martins has an imposing physique, standing 191 centimetres tall. His pace and mobility are noted among the qualities that allow him to defend effectively.
The Brazilian also regularly goes forward for set pieces and can pose a goal threat. He scored four goals in all competitions in the 2026 season.
Shakhtar came close to €7 million transfer
Martins previously had a chance to move to Europe. As Brazilian journalist Kaliel Dorneles reported, Shakhtar Donetsk were preparing a €7 million offer in September.
According to the report, the Ukrainian club intended to submit a formal offer, but the transfer fell through after the player was injured. Martins was diagnosed with muscle swelling in his left thigh.
The injury was not serious: the defender returned to action before the end of August and even scored twice in a match against Chapecoense.
Gremio prepare new contract
Gremio's own position could present another obstacle for potential buyers. In September, Zero Hora reported that the club were working on an extension to the player's contract.
Martins' current contract runs until December 2027. Gremio's management wanted to add another three years, as the defender had established himself in the first team.
