EMPOLI, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 14: Douglas Luiz of Juventus reacts during the Serie A match between Empoli and Juventus at Stadio Carlo Castellani on September 14, 2024 in Empoli, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)
Douglas Luiz’s impact at Juventus He has been far from impressive, but according to La Gazzetta dello Sport his intensity and commitment in training sessions are improving, which could convince coach Thiago Motta of him give him another chance to prove his importance to the team.
Motta is said to be a big admirer of the quality of Douglas Luiz, but the Brazilian has struggled to meet the high pace demanded so far by the Bianconeri coach, which is why he has mainly been used as a substitute in the final stages of matches.
Yet Theun Koopmeiners’ absence due to a rib injury could be a chance for the midfielder to step up and show his manager that he can be the relevant player the Bianconeri thought he would be. could be when they made a heavy investment to sign him from Aston Villa.
Juventus: Motta prospect Douglas Luiz can progress as his intensity improves
La Gazzetta dello Sport explains that Douglas Luiz’s quality and vision make him a perfect player for Thiago Motta’s game. However, his inability to keep up with pace and intensity has hurt his status in the Bianconeri squad so far, as he has mainly been used as a substitute.
The Brazilian began his career at Juventus. Motta nevertheless has a high opinion of this player who needs time to integrate into a new team and a new championship, and who undoubtedly feels the pressure of a very attractive price of 50 million euros.
Koopmeiners’ recent injury, which is expected to keep the player out of action at least for the next few matches, could persuade Motta to give Douglas Luiz the second start of the season as Juventus face tough tests against Lazio, Stuggart and Inter Milan after the international break.
The Brazilian is reportedly increasing his intensity and showing increasing commitment during training sessions, leaving his club and manager hoping that he is finally ready to express his full potential and prove that he is worthy of the Bianconeri’s summer investment .
