Juventus have had an idea that they think it is right to try. – They have experienced first-hand what it is like to face former AC Milan player Joshua Zirkzee in Serie A, while they themselves have a player who has caused them problems while wearing an Aston Villa shirt.
Juventus are trying to make a very surprising switch with Manchester United that will see Douglas Luiz return to the Premier League while Joshua Zirkzee will return to Serie A.
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Luiz arrived at Juventus this summer as part of one of the window’s most bizarre deals. When Aston Villa were desperate to raise money, they agreed to turn over their midfield star – valued at €100 million in January – for just €51.5 million and two players (Samuel Iling-Junior and Enzo Barrenechea).
The latter two left Villa on loan in the same window, illustrating that this deal was completed solely to help the Premier League club alleviate concerns about the rules of profit and sustainability. Aston Villa, who today drew 2 – 2 with Crystal Palace at Villa Park, are now in 8th place in the Premier League, while last season they qualified for the Champions League.
The transfer hasn’t gone much better for Luiz either. Despite being one of the best midfielders in the Premier League last season, the Brazilian has been nothing short of a huge disappointment. In fact, Juventus are already considering relieving him in January.
Gazzetta dello Sport has published an article on Friday explaining the situation of the 26-year-old. They write that Luiz failed to impress new manager Thiago Motta in pre-season training and has struggled to find his feet since.
A recent injury setback has not helped his case and Juventus are considering all their options for January. Since the Bianconeri need to dive into the market for a centre-back and potentially a striker, they are exploring ways to raise money.
A potential sale or, if necessary, a loan of Luiz is an option that is already being seriously considered. Intriguingly, one can look at a scenario where Juventus could look to use the midfielder to fix their striker problem.
The Old Lady are interested in Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee but know that a purchase in January could prove difficult, so the outlet suggests they could seek a swap deal with Luiz.
Manchester United want to sign at least two new midfielders in 2025 and have “serious doubts” about Zirkzee after his disappointing start to life at Old Trafford. A swap can be a mutually beneficial deal.
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