Official: Douglas Luiz joins Juventus from Aston Villa for €50m

Juventus confirm Douglas Luiz has joined the club from Aston Villa in a €50m deal.

Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz has joined Serie A giants Juventus for €50m, the Bianconeri confirmed with an official statement on Sunday.

“It’s official – Douglas Luiz is a Juventus player! The Brazil international has signed a 5-year contract until 30 June, 2029 with the Bianconeri,” Juventus said in a statement.

The Bianconeri, one of the football clubs listed in the stock market, released the financial details behind the operation as well.

“Juventus Football Club S.p.A. announces that an agreement with Aston Villa Football Club for the definitive acquisition of the registration rights of the player Douglas Luiz Soares de Paulo has been reached for a consideration of € 50 million, payable in four financial years, with the addition of ancillary costs up to € 1.5 million. Juventus and the player have signed a contract of employment until 30 June 2029.”

Half of this transfer fee, however, will be covered by Aston Villa, who will get Samuel Iling-Junior and Enzo Barrenechea for €25m combined.

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