Spalletti Has the Potential to 'Launch the Career' of Douglas Luiz at Juventus
June 27, 2026 · Global
Luciano Spalletti has the potential to give Douglas Luiz a second chance at Juventus, similar to how he handled Brozovic and Anguissa in the past. However, challenges in the transfer market could influence this decision.
Among the many players who will return to Juventus from a loan spell, there is one name that might interest Luciano Spalletti the most and has the potential to remain in Turin, namely Douglas Luiz. According to a report from Tuttosport, the Tuscan coach is not too impressed with the Brazilian's performance, but he believes that Douglas Luiz can provide more than he has shown so far in Piedmont.
Meanwhile, Carnevali will attempt to sell, but the size of Giuntoli's 2024 outlay, coupled with Douglas' current lack of traction, makes it less than tempting for potential buyers. If Douglas Luiz ends up staying, Spalletti might consider giving him a second chance, as he did with Brozovic at Inter and Anguissa at Napoli.
This is also because the reserve position for Locatelli is still empty, and it seems that Spalletti cannot fill this position with his main market target, Stanislav Lobotka. The Slovakian remains a very difficult option, considering Juventus' modest budget and the battle they have to face with Aurelio De Laurentiis, who is willing to sell him for an exorbitant price (from 35 million euros and above).
