Douglas Luiz, the 26-year-old Brazilian midfielder, has completed a notable move from Aston Villa to Juventus for the 2024/2025 season. Known for his tactical intelligence and ability to control the midfield, Luiz emerged as a key player during his time at Aston Villa, where he showcased his versatility and defensive prowess. His impressive performances attracted the attention of Juventus, who sought to strengthen their midfield with his presence.Luiz began his professional career at Vasco da Gama before making a move to Manchester City in 2017. Despite limited opportunities in Manchester, he gained valuable experience during loan spells at Girona in La Liga. In 2019, Aston Villa secured his services permanently, where he became a pivotal figure in their midfield, contributing both defensively and in building attacking plays.
Juventus has successfully signed Khéphren Thuram, the highly talented 23-year-old midfielder, from OGC Nice ahead of the 2024/2025 season. Known for his impressive physical presence, technical skills, and versatility, Thuram is set to add significant value to Juventus' midfield lineup. Thuram, the son of legendary French defender Lilian Thuram, began his professional career at AS Monaco before moving to Nice in 2019. At Nice, he quickly developed into a key player, demonstrating his ability to dominate the midfield with his ball-winning skills, vision, and ability to transition play from defense to attack. His performances in Ligue 1 earned him recognition as one of the brightest young talents in French football.
Juventus has secured the services of Michele Di Gregorio, the 26-year-old goalkeeper, on a loan transfer from Monza for the 2024/2025 season. Known for his excellent shot-stopping abilities and commanding presence in the penalty area, Di Gregorio is set to provide valuable depth and competition in Juventus' goalkeeping department. Di Gregorio began his career in the youth academy of Inter Milan, where he developed his skills before embarking on a series of loan spells to gain experience. He had stints with several Italian clubs, including Renate, Novara, and Pordenone, before finding a stable position at Monza in Serie B. At Monza, he played a crucial role in their promotion to Serie A and continued to impress with his consistent performances.
Juventus has reinforced their defensive lineup by Juan Cabal, the 23-year-old defender, from Hellas Verona for the 2024/2025 season. Known for his strong defensive skills, tactical awareness, and versatility, Cabal is expected to be a valuable addition to Juventus' backline. Cabal began his professional career in his native Colombia before moving to Italy, where he joined Hellas Verona. At Verona, he quickly established himself as a reliable defender, showcasing his ability to read the game, make crucial interceptions, and contribute to both defensive solidity and offensive build-up play. His performances in Serie A have drawn attention, leading to his transfer to Juventus.
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