Manchester City is reportedly among three Premier League clubs approached to re sign Douglas Luiz, the Juventus midfielder who has struggled for game time under head coach Thiago Motta.
After his summer transfer from Aston Villa, Luiz has managed only 354 minutes across 13 appearances in all competitions. Juventus, facing pressure to recover their investment of €50m (£41.44m), are now considering offers that include an obligation to buy.
Despite being unbeaten in 18 Serie A matches this season, Juventus’ excessive draws and financial demands have left the club seeking strategic solutions, such as replacing key players like Dusan Vlahovic, whose contract expires in 18 months.
With Rodri sidelined for the rest of the season, City manager Pep Guardiola is reportedly seeking reinforcements for his midfield. Mateo Kovacic and Ilkay Gundogan have been inconsistent, making Luiz an attractive option.
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City previously owned Luiz between 2017 and 2019 before selling him to Aston Villa. While Guardiola’s squad has depth, the addition of Luiz could bolster their title ambitions.
Juventus is also exploring a move for Manchester United’s Joshua Zirkzee, another underperforming player, which could play a role in their negotiations.
Zirkzee has worked under Thiago Motta before and might return to Serie A, but Juventus would need to pay a significant fee to finalize the deal.
As the January transfer window intensifies, City sits sixth in the Premier League table, with Liverpool leading the pack. Tonight’s Arsenal vs. Newcastle clash is another pivotal game that could influence the title race.
The transfer market is heating up with high stakes for both Manchester City and Juventus. Whether Luiz returns to the Premier League or remains in Serie A could shape both clubs’ seasons.
