Douglas Luiz Departs Juventus for Nottingham Forest in Complex Deal

In a surprising turn of events, Juventus has officially sold midfielder Douglas Luiz to Premier League club Nottingham Forest, just one year after his high-profile arrival from Aston Villa. The move sees the Brazilian international return to England, a transfer that marks a swift end to his brief and underwhelming stint in Serie A.

Douglas Luiz joins Nottingham Forest from Juventus

The financial details of the transfer are as complex as the player's time in Turin. According to Juventus's official statement, Douglas Luiz will initially join Forest on a season-long loan for a fee of €3 million. This is not a simple loan, however; it comes with a conditional obligation to buy set at €25 million, which will be paid in four installments. The deal also includes up to €3.5 million in performance-related bonuses, potentially bringing the total value of the transfer to €31.5 million.

This structured deal allows Juventus to cut their losses on a player they acquired just last summer for a reported €50 million. The Old Lady's decision reflects a disappointing season for the midfielder, who struggled to make an impact under the previous coaching staff. He managed only three league starts, failing to secure a regular place in the squad. His commitment was further questioned when he did not report for the first few days of pre-season training under new manager Igor Tudor.

For Douglas Luiz, the move represents a chance to reset his career in a league where he previously excelled. For Juventus, it's a clear move to offload a player who didn't fit into their plans, even if it means taking a financial hit. In a concise statement on their website, the club wished him "Best of luck for the future," officially closing the chapter on his time in Italy.