Douglas Luiz purchase to hinge on Champions League football for Aston Villa as bonus emerges
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(Credit: Imago) Douglas Luiz purchase to hinge on Champions League football for Aston Villa as bonus emerges Sun 1 March 2026 11:30, UK Juventus are hopeful that Aston Villa could “convince themselves” to trigger their purchase option for Douglas Luiz if they qualify for the Champions League. Luiz is already seen as something of an outcast in Turin, and has had loan spells in the Premier League with both Nottingham Forest and Villa already this season.
Credit: ImagoRead More: Exclusive: Aston Villa turn attention to new Nicolas Jackson dealHow much would Aston Villa need to pay for Douglas Luiz?Villa look set to face financial difficulties of their own this summer, as they continue to toe the line in relation to both PSR and UEFA’s squad cost rules. It is clear that Emery shares a similar admiration for the former Manchester City man, but that looks set to add further costs to any potential move for him.Since 2019, only 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐄𝐄 players have created 100+ chances at Villa Park in the Premier League for Aston Villa ⤵️◎ John McGinn◎ Ollie Watkins◉ Douglas Luiz 🆕#AVFC pic.twitter.com/9kknGjWbnQ— Aston Villa Statto (@AVFCStatto) February 12, 2026 View Tweet Tutto Sport understands that Juventus could be due another £3m in bonuses if Luiz continues to play a key role for his loan club between now and the end of the season, which suggests that there is also some sort of appearance-based element to the deal.
Read More: Man United have ‘good chance’ of completing Amadou Onana dealLuiz could be long-term replacement for Amadou OnanaFormer Aston Villa chief executive Keith Wyness told Football Insider earlier this week that Manchester United have a “good chance” of being able to complete a deal to sign Amadou Onana this summer.The Red Devils have identified the Belgian as a key target to potentially move to Old Trafford and strengthen their midfield, and Wyness thinks it could be a switch that benefits all parties.The Scottish businessman revealed that he thinks Onana would flourish at United, while adding that Villa would likely only be looking to recoup their initial £50m outlay for him. For all the latest updates on Luiz’s future at Villa Park, check out the expert analysis and dedicated coverage on Villa News.