Manchester City and Manchester United set to battle it out for Juventus superstar

According to reports, Juventus technical director Cristiano Giuntoli has extended an offer to Manchester United and Manchester City to capture Douglas Luiz and Nicolo Fagioli, two underperforming midfielders. Italian publication Gazzetta dello Sport has reported that Douglas Luiz may make a comeback to the English Premier League. the following season, and that Nicolo Fagioli might accompany him in the nation's top division. Juventus' underperforming midfield tandem is being offered to Manchester United as well as Manchester City by Cristiano Giuntoli, the Serie A team's technical director.

Since moving from Aston Villa to Juventus during the summer transfer window, Douglas Luiz has had difficulty making an impression. The 26-year-old has made nine appearances across all competitions this season, although he has only started two games. The former Aston Villa playmaker has had difficulty establishing himself at the Serie A club, despite the fact that fitness concerns have played a role.

Since making his debut in the first team at Juventus a few seasons ago, 23-year-old Nicolo Fagioli has been both inside and outside of the starting lineup. The Italian midfielder, who was born in Piacenza, joined the Serie A powerhouses in July 2015 and has achieved only modest improvement in his nearly ten years with the Bianconeri.

In addition, Fagioli was banned for seven months for breaking anti-betting regulations; he will play again at the conclusion of the 2023–2024 season. But after dropping in the hierarchy, the Italian midfielder's future is unknown.

Which players will Manchester United and Manchester City sign?

Douglas Luiz is a player that Manchester United and Manchester City might use, but Nicolo Fagioli isn't yet talented enough to be a serious target. The Premier League winners require a top-tier substitute for Rodri, even though the Red Devils are interested in acquiring a long-term Casemiro successor next season.

Thus, Manchester United and Manchester City may see Luiz to be a desirable target. Given their other midfield alternatives, Giuntoli must sell Fagioli to both of the Premier League powerhouses. According to recent sources, Luiz is not expected to make a spectacular comeback to Aston Villa anytime soon. It would be intriguing to observe whether Fagioli and the Brazilian international leave Juventus to join the Premier League the following season.