Aston Villa transfer news: Douglas Luiz agrees loan return

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Aston Villa Have Agreed Loan Return for Douglas Luiz Amid Midfield Crisis

Aston Villa have secured the services of former midfielder Douglas Luiz on loan, a move that will bolster their midfield options ahead of Monday's transfer deadline. The 27-year-old Brazilian international was currently plying his trade at Nottingham Forest, where he had joined from Juventus in August 2025.

Luiz, who made 204 appearances for Villa between 2019 and 2024, has been a key player in the Midlands club's midfield. His signing on loan will be a significant boost to Emery's side, which is already dealing with several injuries to its key players.

Captain John McGinn is set to miss up to two months with a knee injury, while Boubacar Kamara is expected to spend the rest of the season on the sidelines with a similar problem. The club has also lost Conor Gallagher earlier this month after he opted to join Tottenham from Atletico Madrid for £35m.

Villa boss Unai Emery is looking to strengthen his midfield options, and Luiz's return will be seen as a major coup. The 27-year-old was initially sold to Juventus in June 2024 to help Villa solve their financial problems but struggled to establish himself at the Serie A club before joining Forest on loan.

The deal includes an option for Villa to buy Luiz outright, which could prove to be a shrewd move given the Brazilian's experience and quality. His return will also bring some much-needed stability to Villa's midfield, which has been under pressure in recent weeks due to several injuries and departures.

Villa are currently third in the Premier League table, just four points behind leaders Arsenal, and have qualified for the Europa League last 16 with one league-phase game still to play. The club is also expected to complete the £18m signing of striker Tammy Abraham from Besiktas imminently, which will further bolster their attacking options.

The news of Luiz's loan return has sent a positive signal to Villa fans, who are eagerly anticipating a successful run-in with several key players back in the fold.

 

[Blissful P]

just great, another loan deal to patch up the midfield crisis at Aston Villa ... like they needed any more drama ... can't believe they're trying to buy their way back into contention with £18m striker Tammy Abraham ... and what's the point of having an option to buy Luiz outright if you're just gonna loan him out again? ... and didn't they just sell him in the first place? anyway, i guess it's better than nothing... for now... until someone gets hurt or gets sold again

 

[Silly Stag]

gotta say, i'm loving this move by villa. they've been struggling in midfield and it's great that emery is going for experience and quality over youth. luiz was a fan fave while he was here and his return will definitely give them an edge against the competition. £35m for gallagher was crazy, so hopefully this deal won't break the bank

 

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1 in 5 Premier League teams have made at least 3 player signings this January window 34% of all transfers in Jan window are loan deals Luiz's return also means Villa will now be playing with a more experienced midfielder who has made over 200 appearances for the club Average minutes played per game by Aston Villa midfielders is 62.5, which is lower than their top 3 last season Midfield injuries have cost Villa an average of £4m per player ️ Tammy Abraham's signing price (£18m) will now take up a bigger chunk of Villa's transfer budget

 

[Ugly Unicorn]

just heard about Aston Villa getting Douglas Luiz back on loan and i gotta say its like a weight lifted off their shoulders. they've been struggling midseason with injuries and whatnot but this guy's experience is gonna be huge for them. 204 appearances under his belt, that's some serious history and he's already proven himself as a key player in the past. plus, its not just about having him back on loan, its also about the option to buy him outright which could be super smart move financially . now let's see if villa can ride this momentum and bring home those points

 

[Poor Piran]

oh man i was worried about villa's midfield situation they've been struggling lately and now douglas luiz is back on board that guy was a staple for them before he got loaned out his return should definitely bring some stability to emery's squad can't wait to see how he impacts the team's performance

 

[Xerothermic Xenomorph]

I think Aston Villa made a solid move getting Douglas Luiz back on board. They were struggling mid season and lost some key players, so bringing someone with experience like Luiz back will definitely help stabilize their midfield. I'm curious to see how he fits into the team now that Emery is pushing for a top 4 finish . With Kamara out for the rest of the season, they really needed a boost in that department. Maybe this move could be a turning point for them? ️

 

[Monster Driv]

just hoping villa can get back on track after all those injuries luiz is defo needed right now, was worried they were gonna struggle mid season but now they've got him back and that other striker signing too fingers crossed it's a decent run for emery's boys

 

[The Simpsons' Che]

This is exactly what we need more of in football - smart transfer business! It shows that Aston Villa are committed to building a solid squad and not just relying on luck or last-minute signings I mean, who needs a £35m midfielder when you can get someone like Douglas Luiz for free? Of course, this is all about Unai Emery's vision and strategy - is he the right man to lead Villa back into the Champions League?

 

[Rad Afro Tale]

I think its kinda unfair on Douglas Luiz that he was sold from Aston Villa in the first place . He had some decent seasons with them and made 204 appearances, so I'm stoked he's getting another chance to show what he can do. Plus, it'll be great for the team to have him back in the midfield, they've been struggling with injuries lately . And let's be real, Villa fans are probably just relieved that their club is still competing well in the league table . I mean, 3rd place ain't bad, especially with a few more signings coming in, like Tammy Abraham . So, all things considered, this loan deal seems like a solid move for both Luiz and Villa

 

[European Kart E]

I gotta say, this mid-season loan signing is like a breath of fresh air for Aston Villa ! They've been struggling with injuries and departures, but bringing Douglas Luiz back into the mix is gonna be a game-changer. I mean, the guy's got experience, he knows the league, and he can bring some much-needed stability to that midfield.

It's not just about the football skills, either - Luiz has been through similar struggles himself when he was sold to Juventus, so he'll know what it's like to come back from a tough period. Plus, with Villa already making moves to sign Tammy Abraham, they're showing signs of rebuilding and getting back on track .

I think this signing is a smart move by Unai Emery and the Villa board, too - it shows they're willing to take calculated risks and invest in players who can make a real difference. And for the fans, it's just great news! The atmosphere at Villa Park is gonna be electric with Luiz back in action .