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Villa’s Midfield Maestro Attracts Top Clubs
Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz has caught the eye of heavyweight clubs with Arsenal, Juventus, and AC Milan showing a keen interest in the midfielder. The 26-year-old Brazilian has been a linchpin for Villa, contributing a notable 10 goals and 10 assists across all competitions this season.
Champions League Qualification Impacts Villa’s Strategy
Following their successful bid for a spot in next season’s Champions League, Aston Villa’s financial situation has improved. Despite this, the club is looking to balance the books by selling players to comply with the Premier League’s profit and sustainability regulations.
Player Sales Crucial Ahead of Deadline
Premier League clubs are under the gun to meet financial rules and must consider player sales before the June 30 deadline. Villa is no exception and has already initiated talks with Chelsea for Conor Gallagher, who also carries a £50m price tag.
Juventus in Pole Position for Luiz
Italian and Brazilian sources suggest that Villa is willing to part ways with Luiz for the right price, with a £50m fee being the benchmark. Juventus seems to be leading the chase, having already engaged in discussions with Villa, including a potential swap deal involving Weston McKennie.
Arsenal’s Previous Bids Rejected
Arsenal’s interest in Luiz is longstanding, with three previous bids – the highest at £25m – rejected by Villa last summer. The Gunners eventually turned their attention to Jorginho, whom they acquired from Chelsea for £12m. Yet, with Arsenal finishing as Premier League runners-up, a renewed bid for Luiz could be on the horizon.
Profitable Prospects for Villa
Should Douglas Luiz depart, Aston Villa stands to make a significant gain on their initial £15m investment from Manchester City in 2019. Although City had a buyback option on the Brazilian, this clause expired two years ago, leaving the path clear for Villa to negotiate a lucrative exit for their midfield star.
