Juventus are reportedly considering a move for Douglas Luiz, currently at Aston Villa, following their Europa League victory over Freiburg. The Brazilian midfielder spent a loan period with the Turin club earlier this season, though failed to fully recapture his previous form, and Juventus are now assessing whether to pursue a permanent deal.
Aston Villa secured a 3-0 win against Freiburg in the Europa League final, a success that also involved former Juventus executive Francesco Calvo. Calvo, previously Juventus’s head of marketing, now oversees all business operations at Aston Villa, having departed the Italian club when John Elkann appointed Ryan Comolli, who consolidated both sporting and marketing responsibilities.
Luiz’s loan spell at Juventus did not yield the desired results, prompting a return to the Premier League with Nottingham Forest last summer. However, after a disappointing stint there, he rejoined Aston Villa during the January transfer window, where he had previously excelled for four seasons. His recent form has been positive, culminating in the Europa League title, and manager Luciano Spalletti may consider re-evaluating Luiz’s potential during pre-season training.
Calvo’s move to Aston Villa represents a significant step in his career, allowing him to broaden his international experience within what is currently considered the most prestigious football league globally. The success of Aston Villa, and the contributions of both Luiz and Calvo, are now prompting Juventus to reassess their options in midfield as they plan for the upcoming season. A potential move for Luiz could depend on Juventus’s overall transfer strategy and available budget.
