Douglas Luiz Set for Nottingham Forest Switch as Juve Exit Nears

Douglas Luiz is about to join Nottingham Forest, as the team has reached an agreement with Juventus for the Brazilian midfielder. This move is a big boost for Forest as they aim to build on their recent European qualification. Nottingham Forest are close to signing Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz from Juventus.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The negotiations between Nottingham Forest and Juventus sped up after a direct call between Forest’s owner and Juventus’ general manager. Luiz, who moved to Juventus for €50 million from Aston Villa, has struggled in Serie A because of injuries and personal issues. The deal will have Luiz join Forest on loan with an option to buy for around €30 million, which could become an obligation based on achievable targets. Despite last-minute efforts from Juventus coach Igor Tudor to keep him, Luiz clearly expressed his desire to return to the Premier League, especially after missing pre-season training.

WHY THIS MATTERS FOR FOREST

Nottingham Forest are ready for their first European campaign in years after they qualified for the UEFA Conference League last season. Forest finished seventh in the Premier League, confirming European football for the season. The club already added Omari Hutchinson, Dan Ndoye, and James McAtee but wanted a top-level midfielder to anchor the side. Luiz has a strong record from his five years at Aston Villa, where he played over 150 Premier League games, scoring 16 goals and providing 12 assists. Forest hope that Luiz will bring stability and creativity to a midfield that sometimes lacked control last season, particularly as Nottingham Forest have agreed personal terms with Douglas Luiz.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Luiz is expected to travel to Nottingham soon for a medical. Forest’s next Premier League match is away at Crystal Palace, after winning the opener at home against Brentford, who finished 13th last year. Forest’s league campaign aims to close the five-point gap to sixth place, while their Conference League play-off tie is planned for the end of August. The addition of Luiz could be key as Forest aim to establish themselves as a top-seven club in England and achieve a deep European run. Juventus, meanwhile, will look to reinvest the funds after a disappointing season where they finished fourth in Serie A, although they reached Champions League qualification.