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By Shashwata Chaudhuri
Posted on July 31, 2026 12:00 am | Updated on July 30, 2026 6:54 pm Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz wants Man United move
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Manchester United could make another midfield signing before the summer transfer window closes. Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz is reportedly keen on a move to Old Trafford. As reported by TEAMtalk, the Brazilian sees Manchester United as his preferred destination and would welcome the chance to play under Michael Carrick.
United have already strengthened their midfield this summer, but the club is still exploring further additions. Juventus are also willing to sell Luiz, and the club has reportedly discussed a potential swap deal involving Joshua Zirkzee.
Douglas Luiz keen on Manchester United switch
Douglas Luiz has reportedly made Man United his dream destination this summer. The former Aston Villa midfielder wants to join the Red Devils. He believes a move to Old Trafford would give him the opportunity to revive his career after a difficult spell at Juventus. The report claims Juventus can sell the 28-year-old for around €30 million.
Luiz joined the Italian club with high expectations but has struggled to make the desired impact. As reported by TEAMtalk, Juventus are now willing to listen to offers as they reshape their squad ahead of the new season. Manchester United are expected to remain active in the transfer market despite already strengthening their midfield earlier this summer.
Manchester United still looking to strengthen midfield
The Red Devils have already completed two major midfield signings this summer. Andrey Santos joined from Chelsea, while Youri Tielemans arrived from Aston Villa after United activated his £35m release clause. But even with those signings the club is still hoping to strengthen in the middle of the pitch before the transfer window closes.
The report states that Man Utd are also monitoring other midfielders. With UCL football returning to Old Trafford next season, United are aiming to build a squad capable of competing on multiple fronts. Adding another experienced midfielder remains one of the club’s priorities before the deadline.
Juventus could propose Zirkzee swap deal
A move for Luiz could involve another Manchester United player. As reported by TEAMtalk, Juve are interested in signing striker Joshua Zirkzee. Man United can let the Dutch forward leave this summer. Should negotiations between the two clubs move forward, the report states that Juventus could explore a swap deal involving Luiz and Zirkzee**.**
Any talks would be dependent on an agreement between the two clubs on the structure and valuation of the deal. With the transfer window still open, discussions could continue over the coming weeks if Man United decide to step up their interest in Luiz. Juventus’ willingness to sell the Brazilian could also create room for different deal structures, including a straight transfer or an exchange involving players.
Man Utd and Juventus have completed several deals in recent years. That good relationship between the clubs could help talks. No deal has been done but the proposed exchange could be a win for both teams. Zirkzee would strengthen Juventus’ attack and United would bolster Michael Carrick’s squad with another experienced midfielder.
The coming weeks could decide if the Brazilian will finally return to the Premier League, with Luiz said to be keen on a move to Old Trafford and Juventus open to negotiations. And if Manchester United do move for the striker, a player swap involving Zirkzee could be one of the most interesting transfer stories before the window shuts.
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