Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, is reportedly interested in signing Douglas Luiz, a former City player who is excelling for Aston Villa this year.
To go ahead of the race, Manchester City might increase their efforts to sign Douglas Luiz in the summer, according to Football Insider.
Pep Guardiola has a lot of respect for the Aston Villa player, even though he has to contend with rivals like Arsenal. The current club values the Brazilian international at £100 million.
Pep Guardiola has been thinking about getting a new central midfield player since the summer to potentially replace Ilkay Gundogan.
Although Matheus Nunes and Mateo Kovacic were signed by Manchester City, they haven’t yet aligned with the manager’s plans for that midfield role.
Manchester City therefore had their eye on Declan Rice; however, he finally chose to play for Arsenal, where he became an important member of the Gunners’ championship campaign.
Guardiola’s primary priority is midfield, and he has many players on his short list, including Luiz, a £100 million target for Arsenal.
Luiz, a former player for Manchester City, has been playing well for Aston Villa, who are looking to finish in the top four this year under Unai Emery.
The Birmingham-based squad refused to entertain offers for the midfield midfielder last month, placing a £100 million price tag on him in an attempt to turn away possible suitors.
Man City is now trying harder to sign him to outbid Arsenal. The Gunners are looking for a midfield partner to pair with Declan Rice instead of the injured Thomas Partey.
If Aston Villa fails to meet its objectives, the Brazilian might think about accepting a new challenge. The chance to play in the Champions League and challenge for the Premier League title might have a big impact on his career.