Journalist backs Spalletti’s plans for Douglas Luiz | OneFootball

Luciano Spalletti is set to give Douglas Luiz another chance to show his worth at Juventus this season, as the midfielder accepts that he must perform well in Turin.

Luiz moved to the club in 2024 and struggled during his first season in Turin, which led to him returning to the Premier League on loan last season. He spent both halves of the campaign on loan at two different clubs, but neither completed a permanent move for the midfielder.

Douglas Luiz Gets Fresh Opportunity

Luiz returned to Juventus for pre-season and, so far, appears to have improved under Spalletti. The manager is more than happy to give him another opportunity to prove that he can succeed in Turin, with the midfielder now needing to demonstrate that he can meet expectations at the club.

Juventus spent significant money on Luiz, and it would benefit them if he can fulfil expectations and help the team. A strong season could also improve his value if the club eventually decides to sell him, making his performances important to both Luiz and Juventus.

However, the midfielder must also show that he wants to succeed at the club. His improvement under Spalletti has given him another opportunity, and he now has the chance to demonstrate that he can become an important player for Juventus.

Journalist Gianni Visnadi has discussed Luiz’s revival under Spalletti. He said via Tuttojuve:

“Douglas Luiz was reinstated by necessity virtue. When the Brazilian arrived in Italy, he did so with significant numbers. And I think Spalletti is doing well to work on the player. Juventus had a busy summer searching for the goalkeeper. We arrived a few days before the start of the championship under the name Vicario”.

Luiz Must Make the Most of Chance

The comments suggest that Luiz has benefited from the opportunity to work with Spalletti and rebuild his position within the Juventus squad. After two loan spells in the Premier League, he now has another chance to establish himself in Turin.

Juventus will hope the midfielder can respond positively and justify the investment made in him. Luiz must now show consistency and prove that he can contribute to the team, with Spalletti prepared to allow him to do so.

The coming season could therefore be an important one for Luiz. A successful campaign would allow him to demonstrate his value to Juventus and potentially secure his long-term future at the club.