Just In: Man City sends a loan request to Juventus for struggling midfielder

Manchester City has reportedly approached Juventus with a loan offer for Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz. This comes as Luiz continues to face challenges in Turin after his high-profile move from Aston Villa during the summer transfer window.

Juventus had signed Luiz as a marquee addition, hoping he would replicate the stellar form he displayed in England, which helped Aston Villa secure a Champions League spot last season. However, despite moments of brilliance, Luiz has struggled to adapt to the Italian side’s system, leaving fans and analysts questioning the fit.

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Reports from Tuttomercatoweb suggest City proposed a loan deal for the remainder of the season. However, Juventus quickly rejected the offer, reaffirming their commitment to the midfielder at least until the summer transfer window.

QUOTES:
Although no official statement has been made by either club, insiders suggest Juventus is unwilling to part ways with Luiz in the middle of the season. A source close to the Italian club shared, “Luiz is still seen as a key part of the project despite his early struggles. Letting him leave now wouldn’t align with the club’s goals.”

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RECALL:
Douglas Luiz was one of Aston Villa’s standout performers last season, earning praise for his consistency, work rate, and ability to influence games. His contributions played a significant role in Villa’s historic qualification for the Champions League. However, since joining Juventus, Luiz has yet to meet those high expectations.

Manchester City, who sold Luiz to Aston Villa in 2019, remains interested in bringing him back to the Premier League. Their renewed interest highlights the belief that Luiz could still thrive in England under Pep Guardiola’s system.

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CITATIONS:
The story was first reported by Tuttomercatoweb, with additional context provided by sources familiar with the clubs’ transfer activities.

KEEP IN MIND:
Juventus’ rejection of Manchester City’s loan request doesn’t rule out future moves for Luiz. For now, the club is focused on retaining key players and exploring long-term strategies to get the best out of their squad. Fans of both clubs will be watching closely to see how Luiz’s season unfolds.

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