One would almost think given the success that the Brazilian midfielder had at Aston Villa under Unai Emery that a return to Villa Park was on the cards, but no, the 27-year-old is said to be details away from a move to Nottingham Forest
In recent days, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has reported that Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz has agreed personal terms with Nottingham Forest. At that time, there was no agreement between the clubs.
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Now the Brazilian is close to returning to the Premier League. According to sillyseason expert Nicolò Schira, only the negotiation details separate it from the green light for a transfer.
If the deal goes through, Luiz will receive an annual salary of 5 million euros, and the contract will be written until 2030, according to Schira.
Luiz joined Juventus from Aston Villa last summer and has a contract until 2029. Last season, he played 27 games for the Italian big club without impressing anyone.
It is not said whether girlfriend Alisha Lehmann, who joined from Aston Villa to Juventus, will also join the load this time.
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