Aston Villa informs Juventus of Douglas Luiz decision to return

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Last updated May 31, 2026

Aston Villa informs Juventus of Douglas Luiz decision to return

Summary

Aston Villa has informed Juventus that it will not exercise its option to buy Douglas Luiz, following his loan spell with the club. Luiz's recent performance at Villa Park didn’t secure him a starting position under Unai Emery, which contributed to the decision. After leaving Villa for Juventus in July 2024, he struggled with injuries and form. Now, he returns to Juventus, where his future under coach Luciano Spalletti remains uncertain. Villa's decision means Juventus will not receive the expected €25 million for the player.

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Key Details

•Aston Villa decided not to purchase Douglas Luiz from Juventus.
•Luiz had a difficult season at Juventus with injuries and performance issues.
•He returned to Aston Villa on loan after a stint at Nottingham Forest.
•The decision means Villa will not pay the €25 million buyout option.
•Luciano Spalletti may consider Luiz for a role in Juventus' midfield.

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6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Romano: Aston Villa informed Juventus of Douglas Luiz decision

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Aston Villa have opted against exercising their option to buy Douglas Luiz from Juventus, reveals Fabrizio Romano.The Brazilian had a memorable five-year spell with the Villans before signing for the ...
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