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Spalletti suggests Douglas Luiz likely stays at Juventus after preseason

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Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Spalletti suggests Douglas Luiz likely stays at Juventus after preseason
Summary

Luciano Spalletti confirmed that Douglas Luiz is set to remain at Juventus following a successful preseason. Juventus concluded their preseason tour with a 2-0 victory over Palermo in Perth on August 11, 2026. Spalletti highlighted Luiz's performance in all six friendlies, noting his versatility and ability to adapt on the pitch. While the manager acknowledges there are evaluations to be made, the indications lean towards Luiz’s continued presence in Turin. This match was also marked by goals from Kenan Yildiz and Arek Milik, showcasing team dynamics ahead of the upcoming season.

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  • •Juventus defeated Palermo 2-0 to end their preseason tour.
  • •Douglas Luiz started all six preseason matches for Juventus.
  • •Spalletti expressed confidence in Luiz's abilities and potential fit.
  • •Kenan Yildiz and Arek Milik scored in the friendly against Palermo.
  • •Juventus will return to Italy following their preseason schedule.
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  • 9:05 PMYahoo Sports — Spalletti says that Douglas Luiz ‘will likely stay’ at Juventus after preseason performances
What they're saying
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Juve’s manager had some things to chat about following his team’s 2-0 win over Palermo to wrap up their preseason tour.

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