The negotiations between Juventus and Aston Villa to bring Douglas Luiz to the Bianconeri had experienced a sudden slowdown in recent days due to the failure to reach an agreement with Weston McKennie and the English club.
Initially, the American midfielder was supposed to be part of a swap deal that would also involve Samuel Iling Jr. Additionally, Aston Villa would receive a cash sum of around €18-20 million.
Sky Sport Italia report that in recent days, the parties had begun evaluating alternatives. Now, the two clubs are seeking a solution with a different approach, changing the cards on the table and introducing a new name into the negotiations: Enzo Barrenechea. The Argentine midfielder spent the last season on loan at Frosinone, along with Matias Soulè and Kaio Jorge.
McKennie is now definitively ruled out of the swap deal between the two clubs, and the significant development is that Aston Villa has given Juventus the green light for these new transfer conditions.
The proposed “maxi-swap” would involve Douglas Luiz, Enzo Barrenechea, and Iling Jr., with Juventus paying a cash sum to Aston Villa. If an agreement is reached, the deal will move towards a positive conclusion.
The background story involves Matias Soulè: the winger was Villa’s first choice for the swap deal. There have been contacts in recent moments, but Juventus is adamant about including Barrenechea instead.
As the negotiations continue, both clubs will aim to find a mutually beneficial solution that addresses their respective needs and ambitions. The potential acquisition of Douglas Luiz could provide a significant boost to Juventus’ midfield, while Aston Villa would secure promising young talents in Barrenechea and Iling Jr.
