26 - Douglas Luiz

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Massimo Mauro: ‘Douglas Luiz was embarrassing in the Empoli match’

 

 

Former Juventus player Massimo Mauro has offered his insights on the team’s performance under new manager Thiago Motta. While praising the overall project, Mauro suggests a less cautious approach might be needed to ignite the attack. ............

 

Regarding Douglas Luiz, Mauro is critical of his limited playing time: “From what we’ve seen in Empoli, it was right to rest him. In Tuscany, he was embarrassing, he was walking. If he should be used little in the future as well, then yes, it would become a problem considering he was paid 51 million.” ............

 

Read more -> https://www.footitalia.com/massimo-mauro-douglas-luiz-was-embarrassing-in-the-empoli-match/

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“It happened to me, too.” Douglas Costa backs Luiz to come good after adapting

 

 

Former Juventus star Douglas Costa has backed Douglas Luiz to eventually become a successful signing.

 

Luiz is currently struggling to find his best form at Juventus, and the midfielder is already under pressure to deliver. ............

 

Based on his performances so far, Luiz seems like a misfit, but it might be too early to make that judgment. Costa believes that Luiz will eventually shine. ............

 

“For Douglas Luiz, a period of adaptation is normal when you come from another championship. It happened to me too. I came from a top club like Bayern, but Serie A is a particular tournament. Douglas has great technique and imagination: all you need is patience. Douglas Luiz is beyond discussion and I’m convinced that he will carve out an important role like the one Pjanic had in our Juve. I hope Douglas wins 3 Scudetti like I did. Just to make you understand” ............

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/it-happened-to-me-too-douglas-costa-backs-luiz-to-come-good-after-adapting/

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“Even Platini struggled” Igor Tudor gives his backing to struggling Juve star

 

 

Igor Tudor has expressed his support for Douglas Luiz as the midfielder struggles to find his form at Juventus. Luiz, who arrived in Turin this summer as one of Europe’s most promising talents, has surprisingly failed to live up to expectations, with his performances falling short of what many anticipated. Since his move, the Brazilian has had a tough time adapting to the club’s system and building chemistry with his new teammates, leaving fans puzzled and impatient. ............

 

Igor Tudor, who is no stranger to the ups and downs of professional football, has urged patience and defended the midfielder amid the scrutiny. Drawing from his own experiences, Tudor pointed out that even the most renowned players can endure a difficult beginning at a new club. ............ Tudor remarked, “I scored in my first match against Perugia, I started off great. If they chose Douglas, it means he’s good; even Platini struggled at the beginning. The strong ones always come out.” ............

 

For Luiz, the challenge is clear: he must accelerate his adaptation process and demonstrate the qualities that initially led Juventus to invest in him. The sooner he begins to meet expectations, the sooner he can put an end to doubts and cement his place in the team’s future plans.

 

Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/even-platini-struggled-igor-tudor-gives-his-backing-to-struggling-juve-star/

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Douglas Luiz could be set for shock return to Aston Villa in January

 

 

Douglas Luiz hasn’t settled in at Juventus after his big-money move from Aston Villa.

 

After putting in poor performances and giving away multiple penalties for Juve, he picked up an injury. He wasn’t in the team’s squad for the game against Udinese at the weekend and the feeling was that he is continuing to nurse a muscle issue. ............

 

As doubts increase about his tactical suitability, Juve are already considering Parma’s Adrian Bernabe as a replacement.

 

At the same time, Juve also want Douglas Luiz to regain confidence and there is a suggestion that he could return in January to Aston Villa on loan. ............

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Read more -> https://sportwitness.co.uk/from-italy-douglas-luiz-could-be-set-for-shock-return-to-aston-villa-in-january/

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When Douglas Luiz can return to the pitch for Juventus after his injury

 

 

Douglas Luiz is currently one of several Juventus players on the sidelines, including three who only joined the club at the beginning of this season. The Brazilian midfielder was one of the Bianconeri’s most significant signings in the last transfer window, brought in with the expectation that he would enhance the team’s midfield strength.

 

However, Luiz’s journey at Juventus has been far from smooth. The midfielder has struggled to settle and showcase the form that warranted his move to Turin. Just as he was starting to gel with his new teammates, an unfortunate injury ruled him out of action for several weeks. ............

 

While Juventus is pushing for Luiz to be fit in time for the Milan fixture, it might not be feasible. Instead, the Champions League match against Aston Villa, scheduled shortly after, could serve as a more realistic target for his comeback. This would allow the midfielder additional time to recover fully and return to the squad in peak condition. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/when-douglas-luiz-can-return-to-the-pitch-for-juventus-after-his-injury/

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Strange Case of Douglas Luiz – Where Is Juventus Marquee Signing?

 

 

Douglas Luiz’s extended absence from Juventus has raised questions among fans and the Italian press. The Brazilian midfielder has been sidelined for almost two months despite official reports stating there are ‘no lesions.’

 

Luiz’s mysterious absence draws comparisons to Dusan Vlahovic’s recent injury struggles. He last featured for Juventus in their home victory against Lazio on October 19.

 

Since then, he has been absent from the squad, missing numerous vital matches. Furthermore, he’s already ruled out of the upcoming clash with AC Milan and the Champions League fixture against his former team, Aston Villa.

 

The mystery deepens as Juventus stubbornly insist there are no severe injuries or complications. ............

 

Speculation points to Luiz possibly struggling to cope with the high-intensity training demands of Juventus coach Thiago Motta, known for his rigorous approach. While Luiz briefly returned to the bench for the Lille match at Motta’s request, he has since felt unable to feature in matches. ............ 

 

Meanwhile, Juventus may already be preparing for life after Luiz. Motta’s men have reportedly set sights on sought-after Atalanta star Ederson. However, they face stiff competition from Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain for the Brazilian midfielder.

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Read more -> https://cultofcalcio.com/strange-case-of-douglas-luiz-where-is-juventus-marquee-signing/

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Douglas Luiz may not play for Juventus in November and could return against Bologna

 

Douglas Luiz’s injury initially reported as a minor issue has kept him out of action since late October, creating mounting concern for Juventus. The Brazilian midfielder, a marquee signing during the summer transfer window, has yet to deliver the performances fans had hoped for, and his absence has only compounded frustrations. ............

 

Luiz was expected to return after the most recent international break, raising hopes that he could feature in Juventus’ match against AC Milan. However, he missed that game and is now confirmed to be unavailable for the upcoming clash against Aston Villa. His absence will extend beyond the Villa fixture, ruling him out of Juventus’ subsequent match as well. There is cautious optimism that he might return for the game against Bologna on December 7th, but even that remains uncertain. ............

 

The timing of Luiz’s injury has been particularly unfortunate. Before his absence, the midfielder had been struggling to find his rhythm in Turin, and his performances fell short of the expectations tied to his summer move. This has left fans anxious about when they will finally see the dynamic displays that convinced Juventus to invest in him. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/douglas-luiz-may-not-play-for-juventus-in-november-and-could-return-against-bologna/

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Juventus opens the door to sell player who joined them this season

 

After just six months at Juventus, Douglas Luiz could be sold as he has failed to settle at the club. The Brazilian midfielder arrived in Turin after playing a pivotal role in helping Aston Villa qualify for the Champions League last season, making him one of the most sought-after players in Europe at the time. However, his performances in Italy have been underwhelming, leaving many Juventus fans surprised by how out of place he has looked on the pitch.

 

Despite his high expectations upon arrival, Luiz struggled to adapt to Juventus’ playing style. His performances have been inconsistent, and he has often appeared lost in midfield, failing to make the impact the club had hoped for. ............

 

As the January transfer window approaches, Juventus is looking to strengthen its squad, but the club could also be open to moving on players who have not lived up to expectations. Luiz is one of the underperforming players Juventus would be willing to sell. The Brazilian was expected to become a key player in Juventus’ midfield, yet his performances since joining have fallen short of the standard required. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-opens-the-door-to-sell-player-who-joined-them-this-season/

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Fabrizio Romano: Juventus midfielder has no intention to leave in January

 

Italian football journalist Fabrizio Romano insists Douglas Luiz intends to stay firm at Juventus, at least until the end of the season.

 

The Serie A giants splashed around 50 million euros to secure the services of the Brazil international last summer from Aston Villa. ............

 

But while the 26-year-old was one of the most vibrant midfielders in the Premier League this season, he has yet to showcase his capabilities on Italian soil. He started his campaign on a slow note, only making a couple of starts, and failing to leave a positive mark on the pitch. ............

 

 

“Douglas Luiz is currently not planning to leave Juventus in the January transfer window,” posted Romano.

 

“He’s focused on returning from the injury and make an impact at the club after joining from Villa in the summer.”

 

It remains to be seen when the former Aston Villa man will be able to return to the squad. Thiago Motta will be hoping to recover his services, along with others for next Saturday’s contest against Bologna.

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/fabrizio-romano-juventus-midfielder-has-no-intention-to-leave-in-january/

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Juventus hopes Douglas Luiz will be fit for their next Champions League game

 

Douglas Luiz’s injury layoff, stretching over 40 days, has been a troubling development for Juventus. Signed in the summer transfer window with high expectations, Luiz was heralded as one of the finest midfielders to emerge from the Premier League. The move to Turin was seen as a statement signing for the Bianconeri, with hopes that he would bring creativity, physicality, and control to the midfield. However, his journey has been far from smooth, with injuries and a lack of form defining his first few months in Italy. ............

 

Despite these setbacks, Juventus remains patient with Luiz. According to reports, the club has no intention of selling him during the January transfer window. This decision reflects their long-term faith in his potential and belief that he can turn his fortunes around once fit. However, Luiz is still not training with the group, casting doubt on his availability for the upcoming Serie A clash against Bologna. Juventus now aims to have him ready for the crucial Champions League encounter against Manchester City—a game with personal significance for Luiz, given his history at the English club. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-hopes-douglas-luiz-will-be-fit-for-their-next-champions-league-game/

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What’s behind the curious physical condition of Douglas Luiz? Expected return date revealed

 

 

Between uninspiring displays and recurring injury problems, Douglas Luiz has been a real conundrum for Juventus since the start of the season. ............

 

While the player’s slow start to the season was justified by his late return from the summer vacation in addition to having to adjust to a new league, a mysterious injury sustained in October served as a blow for any hopes of a swift uplift.

 

At first, the muscle injury was dismissed as a slight knock, with the player expected to make his return to action in a matter of weeks. Nevertheless, it later became evident that the injury was significantly more severe than initially perceived. ............

 

The Brazil international might be suffering the symptoms of a physical issue that he had already been carrying upon his arrival at Juventus.

 

As the Turin-based newspaper explains, the former Aston Villa man is dealing with intramuscular edema, a rather insidious problem because it is difficult to heal and subject to frequent relapses.

 

Therefore, Juventus must be extremely careful in their approach to avoid additional setbacks. That is why the club decided to drop him from the squad for the time being. Luiz is thus expected to return to the fold between January and February.

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/whats-behind-the-curious-physical-condition-of-douglas-luiz-expected-return-date-revealed/

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Juventus makes a decision on Douglas Luiz ahead of the January transfer window

 

 

Douglas Luiz risks becoming yet another midfield flop at Juventus as he has yet to justify the club’s decision to bring him to Turin. The Brazilian was one of the players that fans had high expectations for when he made the move to Allianz Stadium at the beginning of this season. Juventus invested a considerable amount of money to secure his services, but so far, Luiz has looked out of place in the team. ............

 

There have been several reports suggesting that Juventus could look to offload him in the upcoming January transfer window. Some even claim that Aston Villa, his former club, is interested in bringing him back on loan. With the midfielder continuing to battle with form and physical fitness, Juventus faces an important decision on what to do with him.

 

However Juventus is not considering a departure for Luiz just yet. Despite the offers, the club has a clear plan for the Brazilian in the January window, and that plan is to keep him. Juventus believes that Luiz is capable of improving his performances in the second half of the season, and they hope that he can turn things around and show the quality that made him one of the best midfielders in the Premier League. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-makes-a-decision-on-douglas-luiz-ahead-of-the-january-transfer-window/

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Man City sends a loan request to Juventus for struggling midfielder

 

 

Juventus had high expectations for Douglas Luiz when they signed him during the summer transfer window. The Brazilian midfielder had been one of Aston Villa’s standout performers, leading the Midlands club to an unlikely Champions League qualification last season. His stellar performances attracted interest from several top clubs, with Juventus ultimately securing his services in a deal involving cash and players. ............

 

Despite flashes of brilliance, his performances have fallen short of expectations, leaving fans and pundits questioning whether he is the right fit for Juventus’ system.

 

Amid his struggles, reports now claim that Manchester City is keen to bring the Brazilian back to the Premier League. City has approached Juventus with an offer to take Luiz on loan for the remainder of the season. However, Juventus swiftly rejected the proposal, signalling their intent to retain the midfielder until at least the summer.

 

While Juve’s decision to decline the loan offer suggests they still see potential in Luiz, it also highlights their current focus on other transfer dealings. The club is reportedly prioritising the sale of other players, such as Nicolo Fagioli, as they look to balance their squad and finances. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/man-city-sends-a-loan-request-to-juventus-for-struggling-midfielder/

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Not only Cambiaso – Man City enquire about another Juventus star

 

In addition to their oncoming onslaught for Andrea Cambiaso, Manchester City are reportedly interested in Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz. ............

 

He eventually hit stardom during his time at Aston Villa, and his exploits earned him a big move to Juventus for 50 million euros (the sum included the values of Enzo Barrenechea and Samuel Iling-Junior who headed in the opposite direction). ............

 

Juventus are only willing to part ways with the summer signing on a permanent deal if they were to receive a lucrative bid, or at least a loan deal that includes an obligation to buy.

 

The creative midfielder has yet to hit his stride in Turin, as his first half of the season was plagued by physical problems and included a two-month layoff due to a muscle injury. Hence, he has yet to carve himself a starting role in Thiago Motta’s formation.

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/not-only-cambiaso-man-city-enquire-about-another-juventus-star/

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Not just Veiga – Juventus & Chelsea discussing another player

 

 

Juventus and Chelsea are working on finalizing their agreement for Renato Veiga, but their dialogue could also involve Douglas Luiz.

 

The Bianconeri’s Football Director Cristiano Giuntoli reportedly blitzed to London to secure the Veiga deal. The 21-year-old Portuguese defender should seal a move to Turin in the coming days, signing for the Old Lady on a dry loan until the end of the season.

 

But Chelsea have enquired about the availability of Douglas Luiz who had a difficult first of the season at Continassa. ............

 

However, the 26-year-old endured a miserable first half of the season between injuries and physical issues. While his situation has slightly improved as of late thanks to a few starting appearances, he remains far from the star who delighted Villa Park in previous years.

 

As the source explains, Juventus are only willing to consider a permanent sale, as it would help them fund other operations on the market. They might also be open to a loan move if it includes an obligation to buy. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/not-just-veiga-juventus-chelsea-discussing-another-player-douglas-luiz/