Douglas Luiz’s priority revealed with brand new price tag set for Everton by Juventus

Everton Set Their Sights on Juventus Midfielder Douglas Luiz Amidst Serie A Struggles

Everton have emerged as serious contenders to sign Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz this summer, as the Brazilian star considers a swift return to the Premier League following a challenging start to life in Serie A.

Luiz, 27, only made the move to Juventus earlier this summer in a deal reportedly worth £42 million. Despite the fanfare surrounding his arrival in Turin, the former Aston Villa man has struggled to settle and replicate his Premier League form under the spotlight of Italian football. Now, just one year into a five-year contract, Juventus are believed to be willing to cut ties and cash in on Luiz, especially with new general manager Damien Comolli keen to streamline the squad and balance the books.

According to a recent report from Corriere Torino (10/07/25), Juventus have slapped a revised price tag on Luiz in the region of £26 million to £30 million — a fee that would help mitigate their initial investment. Everton, alert to the situation, have opened preliminary talks with the player and his representatives, as they look to bolster their midfield ahead of the new Premier League season.

Douglas Luiz is no stranger to English football. He spent several productive seasons at Aston Villa, where he became a key cog in Unai Emery’s system, helping the Midlands club secure European football and achieve their best league finishes in recent memory. His technical ability, tactical discipline, and knack for creating chances from deep midfield positions made him a standout performer at Villa Park.

Now, Everton hope to convince Luiz to bring those qualities to Merseyside as the club enters a new era under manager David Moyes and ownership group The Friedkin Group. The Toffees are determined to reshape their squad and push for a stronger campaign following recent struggles, and midfield reinforcements are a priority. While Middlesbrough’s Hayden Hackney remains on the radar, the opportunity to sign Luiz is being seen as a major statement of intent.

Luiz’s potential return to the Premier League is said to be his “strongest” option, with the player himself reportedly open to the move — especially if it means regular first-team football in a system that suits his strengths. At Everton, he could form a dynamic partnership with Idrissa Gana Gueye, adding both creativity and control in the center of the park. His experience and proven quality in England would be an immediate upgrade in a key area of the pitch.

Everton fans and club officials alike will remember Luiz well from his previous clashes with the Toffees. The Brazilian faced Everton 10 times during his time with Aston Villa and frequently impressed with his technical skill and midfield dominance. His most recent outing at Goodison Park came in a goalless draw during the 2023/24 season, where Luiz was arguably the standout player on the pitch.

In that match, Luiz delivered a complete midfield performance:

Minutes played: 90

Passing accuracy: 90%

Chances created: 2 (most in the match)

Dribble success: 100% (3/3)

Passes into final third: 10

Such numbers underline exactly what Moyes is searching for in midfield — a player capable of dictating the tempo, creating from deep, and offering support in both defense and attack. His ability to feed forwards like new signing Thierno Barry, who joined Everton for £27 million, would be crucial in helping the team transition quickly and effectively in attack.

Should Everton successfully secure Luiz’s signature for a fee in the region of £30 million, it could represent one of the most astute pieces of business in the summer window. Given his experience, pedigree, and fit for the Premier League, Douglas Luiz could be the missing puzzle piece that takes the Toffees to the next level under their new leadership.