Since i's injury against Arsenal in September, and struggled to maintain their dominant form. Attempts to fill the void with players like , , and have faltered due to inconsistent performances and additional injury setbacks.

According to journalist Ben Jacobs, , who is currently with . Luiz, however, has struggled for game time in Turin and could be open to a move. Juventus, on the other hand, , while City is reportedly seeking .

Douglas Luiz joined Juventus in the summer of 2024 from for but has yet to make a significant impact. Hampered by injuries, the midfielder has managed just .

, spending two seasons on loan at Girona. In 2019, he made a permanent move to Aston Villa, where he became a pivotal player, scoring in . A return to Manchester City would give Luiz a chance to finally make his mark under Guardiola.

, both in securing key contracts and making strategic signings. Guardiola and star striker Erling Haaland have committed their futures to the club, while City has also bolstered its squad with defensive reinforcements.

The club confirmed the signings of Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis for around $50 million and $40 million, respectively. These players not only provide short-term depth to a backline plagued by injuries but also represent long-term investments in future stars.

Additionally, as reported by Fabrizio Romano, City is on the verge of completing an €80 million deal (including add-ons) for Eintracht Frankfurt's Omar Marmoush, expected to be finalized within 24 hours.

Currently sitting fifth in the Premier League and still competing in the Champions League, Guardiola is aiming for a strong resurgence in the second half of the 2024-25 season. Adding a player like Douglas Luiz could prove instrumental in stabilizing City's midfield and reigniting their campaign.