Douglas Luiz slammed for disrespecting his Juventus team-mates

Douglas Luiz has refused to resume pre-season training with Juventus as the former Aston Villa star seeks an exit from the Seria A club.

Luiz joined Juventus from Aston Villa a year ago but things has not worked out for him in Seria A. He is desperate to leave the Italian club and would force his way out if not offered the chance.

The midfielder refused to report to the club’s headquarters for training this week. Juventus are offended by Luiz’s actions and have decided to take disciplinary action against the Brazilian.

Juventus general manager Damien Comolli has now clarify the situation, noting that the issue was resolved after Luiz apologised to the club.

Comolli, who is aware of the midfielder’s plight, empathised with him but asserted that he should apologise to his team-mates and staff. The general manager is very clear that no player is leaving until the club receives a worthy offer.

Douglas Luiz training during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025.(Photo by Daniele Badolato – Juventus FC/FIFA via Getty Images)

When asked about Luiz going AWOL, Comolli said: “The player disrespected his team-mates. Everyone must respect the shirt they wear. He then apologised to everyone, players, coaches, and me.”

Luiz made only 19 Serie A appearances for Juve last season and one appearance as a substitute in the Club World Cup this summer.

The Brazilian has suffered with injury problem at Juventus and is unable to find a new club. Premier League club Nottingham Forest have reportedly submitted a loan bid with an option to buy for the 26-year-old, but Juve’s demand of €40 million (£34m/$46m) may be a hurdle for the English club.

With the new season set to start in August, Luiz will be hoping for a quick resolution to his situation, with a Premier League return a possibility.