Douglas Luiz Rejects Everton, Wants Juventus Stay with Spalletti

The coach is testing him in pre-season; he has already upped his tempo and showcased his qualities. He has admirers in the Premier League, but the Brazilian sees his future in Turin.

“No, thank you.” That was effectively Douglas Luiz’s response to Everton. The midfielder is experiencing a new lease of life at Juventus, and he is becoming more convinced each day that remaining in Turin could prove to be the best decision. Spalletti has involved him from the start of pre-season training, to the point of him already looking ahead to the new campaign, even though the club has not yet decided on his future. 

SPALLETTI'S GUARANTEES

Douglas Luiz has played every friendly match from the first minute, alongside Locatelli. Spalletti had previously challenged him on his tempo, given that his initial outings were at a slower pace. However, the midfielder quickly understood and shifted gears, showcasing his qualities right up to the final test against Chelsea. He has many admirers in the Premier League, with Everton’s approach being just the latest expression of interest. For now, though, the player’s intention is to seek redemption in Turin and prove he is worth the €50 million Juventus spent in the summer of 2024. Spalletti is carefully considering his options, not least because he believes Douglas Luiz’s qualities could genuinely make a difference in his tactical system.

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