Leeds United have launched a move for Douglas Luiz, with the aim of bringing the former Aston Villa midfielder back to the Premier League before the June 30 financial deadline.
The 27-year-old has endured what Italian media have described as a "nightmare year" at Juventus, where form, fitness, and favour have all collapsed. Despite interest from Manchester United and Man City, it’s newly-promoted Leeds who are pushing hardest for a deal.
According to Calcio Mercato, Leeds have opened direct talks with Luiz’s representatives, with Juventus willing to accept around €25m (£21m).
Italian Report: “Out of Every Project”
Douglas Luiz arrived in Turin last summer after one of the best seasons of his career at Villa Park. But in Italy, the move never clicked.
“Douglas Luiz has had a terrible year… Today he is out of every project and is one of the main suspects to leave Juventus.” — Calcio Mercato
With PSR (Profit and Sustainability Rules) looming, Juventus are open to cashing in now — just as Villa did last summer.
Luiz Fires Back: “Why Didn’t I Start Two Matches in a Row?”
In a revealing message on social media, Luiz addressed angry Juventus fans and questioned why he was never given a real run in the team.
“Why hasn’t a signing like me played two consecutive matches? I had one of the best seasons in England. I was fit. I was ready. But I sat on the bench.”
Luiz insisted he still gave everything to the club but hinted at deeper internal problems that stalled his progress.
Douglas Luiz stats 24/25
| Category | 2024–25 Total |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 27 |
| Goals | 0 |
| Assists | 0 |
| Minutes Played | 877 |
| Tackles | 9 (≈1.82 per 90) |
| Interceptions | 2 (≈0.41 per 90) |
| Pass Accuracy | ≈90% (≈329 passes, 297 completed) |
Analyst Verdict
Douglas Luiz was one of the Premier League’s best defensive midfielders at Aston Villa — press-resistant, composed, and box-to-box. If Leeds can pull off this deal for £21m, it could be a bargain.
He’s the kind of experienced, top-level engine Leeds will need to stay up and compete from day one.
Key Insights
- Leeds in talks with Juventus for Douglas Luiz
- Player had difficult season in Turin after £40m move from Villa
- Juventus open to €25m sale before June 30 PSR deadline
- Luiz agrees he’s had “unfair” treatment at Juve
- Man Utd, Man City, Fulham and Forest also monitoring
What’s Next?
Leeds want to move fast — the financial deadline is June 30, and Juventus are pushing to clear the books. Luiz’s wages may be a factor, but the player is open to a Premier League return.
Would Luiz be a steal for £21m — or is it a gamble too soon for Leeds?
1 Comment (last comment by Adem)
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By Adem 28 Jun 2025 13:20
Cmon Leeds, get this guy! I think they've lost already on Diarra unless they just gave up because of Douglas Luiz... Time will tell actually
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