As seems to be a regular occurrence, Arsenal are showing interest in a January move for Aston Villa midfielder, Douglas Luiz.
After a great start to the season, Aston Villa are being linked to signing plenty of big names. With that being said stars are also being linked with moves away.
Under Unai Emery, the Villains have gone from strength to strength. As a result, are able to bring in and hold on to big names.
Over the summer, high-profile signings like Moussa Diaby and Pau Torres came through the door, such is the profile of the club right now.
The incoming of big names can see players being linked with moves away, not that anyone will want to see sales.
Arsenal interest in Douglas Luiz
There have been reports linking Villa’s Brazilian to the Gunners for many years now and they are resurfacing once again.
According to the Brazilian outlet, UOL, Mikel Arteta’s side is ending any interest in Fluminense midfielder Andre.
With Fulham’s Joao Palhinha looking likely to join Bayern Munich, the Cottagers are favourites for Andre. As a result of this, Arsenal have turned their attention to Luiz.
Given the form of the Villa man this season, the Gunners’ Sporting Director Edu is showing interest.
With many Brazil links to the club including stars like Gabriel Jesus and Martinelli, could Luiz be tempted?
Should Villa sell him?
No, no and no again. Under Emery, Luiz has been potentially Villa’s best player and can’t be let go at any price.
With his ability on the ball, technical skillset and coolness in high-pressure situations, he is well-loved.
There are very few players who could be signed as a direct replacement for Luiz and offer the same things he does.
With Youri Tielemans, the Villains have a, sort of, readymade option. With that said, they bring different things to the team.
Any bid has to be rejected as soon as it comes in.
