Everton are now prepared to get really serious about the signing of one the best Midfielder in Europe during the transfer season

 

Everton are beginning to accelerate their efforts in the transfer market as they aim to secure the services of one of Europe’s most technically gifted midfielders—Douglas Luiz. The Toffees are now pushing hard to bring the Juventus man to Goodison Park, with manager David Moyes identifying him as a crucial piece in his ongoing midfield rebuild.

Midfield Reinforcements Now a Priority at Goodison Park

The need for midfield reinforcements has become increasingly urgent following the recent departures of key players Orel Mangala and Abdoulaye Doucouré. Their exits have left Everton short of depth and quality in the centre of the pitch—two issues Moyes is determined to address swiftly.

Luiz, a dynamic Brazilian international who previously starred for Aston Villa in the Premier League, has been linked with Everton for several weeks. His name first emerged after it became clear that Juventus were open to letting him leave during the current window. Now, according to Calcio Mercato, Everton are preparing a formal offer and are intensifying talks with the Serie A giants in a bid to beat out competition.

A Busy Summer So Far, But Business Is Far from Done

So far, Everton have brought in two new players this summer. Carlos Alcaraz and Thierno Barry have both joined the club, with Barry’s arrival in particular being considered something of a coup. The young French midfielder had drawn interest from a host of European sides, but Everton were able to persuade him to join after Moyes personally intervened to pitch the club’s vision.

Despite those acquisitions, there is still a considerable amount of work to be done before the squad is ready for the new season. In addition to eyeing Luiz, Everton have also made contact with Lens star Neil El Aynaoui, meeting with the highly-rated Ligue 1 midfielder over the weekend.

Everton Lead West Ham in Luiz Chase

In the race to land Luiz, Everton appear to be gaining the upper hand over fellow Premier League side West Ham United. The Merseyside outfit, according to Calcio Mercato, are pushing ‘more strongly’ than their London rivals and have already entered direct negotiations with Juventus.

Everton are believed to be keen on structuring a deal that would see Luiz join on an initial loan, with an option to buy next summer. However, Juventus are reportedly holding firm and are insisting on a permanent transfer during this window. The Italian club have slapped a £34 million price tag on the 27-year-old—an amount considered achievable for Everton under their new ownership, the Friedkin Group, who are known for their financial clout.

Luiz Offers a Unique Skill Set

Douglas Luiz would bring a much-needed combination of technical flair, tactical intelligence, and physical robustness to Everton’s midfield. Although primarily a deep-lying playmaker, Luiz is equally adept at progressing the ball through dribbling and is known for driving forward under pressure.

According to advanced statistics from FBref, Luiz ranks in the top 5% of midfielders across Europe’s top leagues for successful take-ons per 90 minutes. This places him among the elite dribblers in his position, making him a rare asset in the current Everton squad, which has often lacked a ball-carrying presence through the middle of the park.

In addition to his dribbling, Luiz also brings set-piece proficiency. His deliveries from corners and free kicks are consistently dangerous—something Moyes’ side could use to improve their attacking threat from dead-ball situations.

What’s Next?

With the club already in active negotiations and the player reportedly open to a Premier League return, Everton could be on the verge of securing a significant midfield upgrade. If the Toffees can strike a deal with Juventus, the arrival of Douglas Luiz could mark a turning point in their summer window—one that signals serious intent heading into the 2025/26 campaign.

For now, all eyes remain on whether Everton can meet Juve’s demands and close out a deal that would bring one of Europe’s top ball-carrying midfielders back to English football.