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Douglas Luiz Transfer from Juventus to Chelsea
Chelsea contacted Juventus last week to inquire about the terms for a potential deal for Douglas Luiz. Chelsea's proposal was for a loan only, with no option to buy included, for Luiz to serve as a fourth midfielder. Chelsea did not agree to proceed on the terms requested by Juventus, and as a result, the deal did not progress. Chelsea are now considering other options and are still seeking to sign midfielders.
According to reports, Aston Villa have secured the loan signing of Douglas Luiz ahead of Chelsea. Chelsea did not sign the player amid their pursuit of a new midfielder to cover for the injury absences of Romeo Lavia and Dario Essugo.
CalcioMercato reported that Douglas Luiz, who is owned by Juventus and on loan at Nottingham Forest, was not included in the squad for the match against Brentford and is being pursued in the transfer market by Chelsea.
Chelsea are in talks with Juventus over a short-term deal for Douglas Luiz, who is currently on loan at Nottingham Forest. Chelsea want Luiz's temporary spell at Forest to be terminated early for him to complete a six-month loan move to west London. It is reported that Luiz is ready to accept Chelsea’s proposal. A significant issue has arisen as Juventus want the deal to include an option-to-buy clause. Chelsea want Luiz to cover for the absences of Lavia and Essugo, and rumours indicate that Chelsea are not interested in signing him on a permanent deal.
On January 22, TEAMtalk’s transfer insider, Graeme Bailey, reported that Chelsea had made fresh enquiries about signing Douglas Luiz in the January transfer window. Brazilian journalist Jorge Nicola reported that Douglas Luiz has decided to move to Chelsea. Nicola wrote on X that Luiz will play on loan at Chelsea until the middle of the year and that people close to the midfielder guarantee that the deal is finalized. TuttoSport reported that Luiz is ready to move to Chelsea and reject the opportunity to play for Aston Villa. The outlet stated that Luiz is ready to agree to Chelsea’s call with conviction. TuttoSport claimed that Chelsea have begun discussions with Luiz’s agent, Kia Joorabchian. The London club has also made contact with Juventus regarding signing Luiz on a loan deal, with an option to make it permanent at the end of the season.
According to The Athletic and the BBC, Chelsea have indicated their interest in signing the 27-year-old Luiz on loan for the second half of the 2025-26 season. Fabrizio Romano provided further confirmation and adds that it would be a short-term loan only. It has become unlikely that his obligation to buy will be activated at Nottingham Forest, which makes him an expendable player for Forest. If the loan to Chelsea is completed, Juventus would probably have to find another club for Luiz in the summer.
Fabrizio Romano stated on X that Douglas Luiz could change club within this month and within the next ten days.
According to transfer journalist Nicolò Schira, Chelsea is interested in Douglas Luiz. Fabrizio Romano reports that Chelsea is the most interested party. A proposal is said to have already been made by the club for a loan agreement containing a non-mandatory purchase option.
Chelsea have made contact regarding the possibility of a loan deal for Douglas Luiz that would not have an obligation to buy. The club is speaking with the player’s agent and Juventus to determine if this opportunity can proceed.
According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Chelsea are formulating a loan approach for Douglas Luiz for the remainder of the season. Douglas Luiz is currently on loan at Nottingham Forest from Juventus. If a move occurs, Douglas Luiz may end his loan at Nottingham Forest to move to Chelsea. Talks with Juventus may be ongoing. Nottingham Forest have a conditional buy obligation that is dependent on the number of games Douglas Luiz plays this season, and a separate €30 million option if he does not meet the criteria. Forest may allow his departure given the limitations under Sean Dyche.
Chelsea are interested in signing Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz during the January transfer window. Douglas Luiz is currently on loan at Nottingham Forest from Juventus and has struggled for regular game time at the Premier League club. A report from The Athletic indicates that Chelsea is hoping to complete the loan deal. Chelsea believe that Douglas Luiz will add quality, experience and depth until the summer transfer window.
The Sun reports that Chelsea are considering a shock loan move for Douglas Luiz, who is currently with Nottingham Forest from Juventus.
Douglas Luiz has gone AWOL to force through a Premier League transfer. Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz is desperate to return to England and has refused to show up to pre-season training. Chelsea showed interest in Luiz in January, but nothing has materialized. The relationship between the player and Juventus is completely broken, and disciplinary measures are expected against Luiz.
Chelsea has requested a loan for Douglas Luiz until June, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. Juventus is currently not open to a loan unless it includes an obligation to purchase or conditions leading to a permanent transfer.
Chelsea have reportedly been presented with an opportunity to sign Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz on loan, as reported by Simon Phillips. The 26-year-old Brazilian, who recently transferred to Juventus from Aston Villa, has faced challenges in Serie A, prompting discussions of an early departure. Despite Chelsea's robust midfield lineup, which includes Enzo Fernandez, Moises Caicedo, and Romeo Lavia, they have been given the option to acquire Luiz temporarily. This proposal could be appealing for Chelsea, considering Luiz's proven track record in English football. Furthermore, Luiz is also being considered for a return to Manchester City, where he could potentially replace the injured Rodri, adding a competitive edge to Chelsea's decision-making.
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