Man Utd are exploring a move to bring back Juventus star Douglas Luiz in England. Reportedly, loan talks are already underway.
Douglas Luiz emerges as surprise target
Manchester United have reportedly opened discussions over a potential loan deal for Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz.
The Brazilian was once a fan favourite at Aston Villa. He has had a poor debut season in Italy after his big-money switch from the PL. His struggles in Turin has added to **Juve**’s desire to sell him this summer. That has made Luiz one of the ultimate targets given the few days left in the transfer window.
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The Red Devils are currently looking for a trustworthy defensive midfielder under Ruben Amorim. Amorim believes Luiz could offer a steady presence and balance to Utd’s engine room. He was once labelled ‘world-class’ for his impact at Villa.
Man Utd eye loan option amid Juventus exit plans
Juventus are said to prefer a permanent sale. They are hoping to bring in close to £40m. But, Luiz’s lack of impact and failure to report for pre-season has reduced his stock. Man Utd would prefer a loan deal to to understand the midfielder’s fit in Amorim’s setup.
While other PL teams are also lurking around, United has made an early move to take control. Additionally, Jadon Sancho has been mentioned in regard to a transfer to Turin. That said, a swap deal seems to be more and more likely.
While nothing is official at the moment. However, United’s interest in Luiz appears serious. Head coach Amorim is looking to build a squad capable of competing at the top again. Luiz has years of PL experience and a strong football IQ. He could be a good short term option for the club. The Red Devils, ahead of the new season, are short of quality and consistency in the midfield.
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