More than entering the race itself, Aston Villa apparently took the lead in the chase for Douglas Luiz, with fresh reports suggesting talks are progressing well for a return to Villa Park.
Italian journalist Matteo Moretto reports that negotiations between Aston Villa and the relevant parties are moving forward in a positive direction. According to his update, new contacts in recent hours have gone well.
Also, he says the midfielder himself views a return to Villa Park favourably, having previously felt settled and valued at the club.
Douglas Luiz’s name had recently appeared in connection with other Premier League sides, including Chelsea. However, the latest information points towards Villa as the most concrete destination at this stage. The appeal lies largely in familiarity and sporting context rather than short-term opportunity alone.
Aston Villa represent a key chapter in Douglas Luiz’s career. His spell at the club marked the most brilliant and productive period of his time in Europe so far.
As we have previously covered, even the club manager Unai Emery has already spoken of the situation – he ‘would snap him up at Aston Villa’ if he could.
Douglas Luiz remains under contract with Juventus, and any deal would still require agreement between clubs. Still, with talks described as positive and the player open to the move, Aston Villa now appear well placed as this situation develops.