The situation surrounding Douglas Luiz at Juventus has reached a critical point. The Brazilian midfielder is increasingly on his way out of the club after several issues culminated in him missing the start of the pre-season training without authorization, a move that is expected to result in a hefty fine. IlBianconero report that his relationship with Juventus management appears irreparable, and the club is now focused on finding a transfer solution that minimizes financial loss.
Luiz, who joined Juventus in June 2024 for a significant fee, has struggled to secure a regular place, hindered by injuries and inconsistent performances, making only 27 appearances without scoring or assisting. With various Premier League clubs such as Everton, Manchester United, West Ham, Nottingham Forest, and Leeds United showing interest, a return to England seems to be the most likely path forward for the 27-year-old.
Juventus are demanding around £34.7 million (approximately €40 million) for Luiz to avoid a capital loss on the transfer. While the club was previously open to loan deals with options to buy, it now appears eager to offload him permanently by any means necessary. Everton are one of the frontrunners in the race to sign him, with manager David Moyes keen to add quality and experience to his midfield. However, concerns remain at Everton about Luiz’s commitment after his recent absence from training and prior hesitation over moves.
With Luiz’s exit becoming imminent, Juventus are preparing to strengthen its midfield. The top target is Morten Hjulmand, the Danish midfielder currently at Sporting Lisbon. Known for his tactical intelligence and game vision, Hjulmand is seen as the ideal player to fill the void left by Luiz. Juventus is aware that Sporting will demand a steep fee—possibly between twice and three times what they paid initially—but Hjulmand has shown enthusiasm for the potential move.
Another candidate under consideration is André from Wolverhampton, whose stock has risen significantly after an impressive season. Juventus could pursue him if they manage a major sale like Luiz’s departure or a high-profile exit in another area of the squad.
The club’s transfer strategy remains flexible, as other midfielders such as Yves Bissouma (Tottenham) remain on the radar. Bissouma, with a contract until 2026 and a valuation of around €20 million, could be a viable option but faces stiff competition. More speculative targets like Franck Kessie, who earns a salary out of Serie A’s usual range but might consider a return to Europe, and Sofyan Amrabat, recently bought by Fenerbahce but unlikely to be sold soon, are also on Juventus’s extended list.
Finally, Juventus’s decisions will also be impacted by the futures of players like Weston McKennie, close to contract expiry, and Fabio Miretti, still proving himself with the new coach Igor Tudor while attracting external interest. Whether Juventus opts for one or two midfield reinforcements will depend on these overlapping market movements.
