Manchester United ready to make £79 million bid for Douglas Costa

Tuttomercatoweb (TMW) reports that Douglas Luiz, a midfielder for Juventus, is open to joining Manchester United this winter. Last summer, the Brazil international paid £42 million to join the Bianconeri from Aston Villa, but he has played fewer than 500 minutes this season. Gianmaria Montesano, his agent, is probably going to meet him in Turin shortly after this, which has sparked rumors about his future.

According to TMW, Luiz will only depart the Bianconeri for a Premier League powerhouse such as Manchester City or United. The idea of playing this winter for Nottingham Forest or Fulham hasn’t convinced him. With Villa, the 26-year-old had a fantastic 2023–2024 season. He played 53 games across all competitions, recording 10 goals and 10 assists. Luiz made an impression while playing for the Midlands team in both center and defensive midfield positions. For United, he would be a fantastic purchase.

Man Utd eye Juventus star Douglas Luiz to address midfield concerns

According to an article published by The Peoples Person, Zirkzee’s teammates at United are also keen for him to stay and establish himself in England. Aston Villa and Manchester City star Douglas Luiz has reportedly been “proposed” to United in an attempt to finalize a deal for Zirkzee, according to Italian writer Ciro Venerato. “Joshua Zikzee is the first name for Juventus’ attack,” Venerato told Rai Sports [via Tutto Juve]. “His agent, Kia Joorabchian, is the same as Douglas Luiz, who was proposed to Manchester United in the deal that could bring the Dutchman to Turin.”

Indeed, a number of Premier League teams have made offers for the Brazilian midfield player, but Juventus is not persuaded because doing so would result in a large cash loss. Luiz, who joined Juventus from Villa in the summer in a move costing about £43 million, has only been there for a few months. He’s had trouble making an impression under Thiago Motta. This season, Luiz has only made nine appearances at the top level. He hasn’t scored or assisted for Juventus yet. After an exciting 2-2 draw with Liverpool the previous weekend, United will play their next FA Cup match on Sunday against Arsenal.

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