Douglas Luiz prepares for new role at Juventus under Luciano Spalletti
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Luciano Spalletti plans to deploy Douglas Luiz as a regista at Juventus. This decision comes ahead of pre-season friendlies as the manager seeks to address the team's midfield needs after failing to qualify for the Champions League. Luiz's prior loan at Aston Villa showcased his technical abilities, aligning with Spalletti's emphasis on maximizing deep-lying playmakers. A successful transition could save Juventus from pursuing expensive new signings.
- •Spalletti aims to use Luiz as a deep-lying playmaker.
- •Juventus failed to qualify for the Champions League this season.
- •Luiz’s loan at Aston Villa highlighted his skills.
- •A successful adaptation could prevent costly signings.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Douglas Luiz set for new Juventus lease of life under Luciano Spalletti
"According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Luciano Spalletti wants to give Douglas Luiz a fresh start at Juventus by deploying him as a regista, a deep-lying playmaker role similar to how Stanislav Lobotka...
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