Fabrizio Romano reveals Douglas Luiz as Arsenal’s top target in January

Renowned football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has indicated that Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz is still Arsenal’s primary target in the upcoming January transfer window.

The Brazilian midfielder, Douglas Luiz, has been a consistent subject of speculation linking him with a move to Arsenal. In the summer of 2022, the Gunners made three bids, totaling up to £25 million, to secure Luiz’s services. However, Aston Villa stood firm, rejecting the offers and expressing their determination to retain the talented Brazilian, as reported by Sky Sports.

Providing the latest update on this transfer saga, Romano shared on his X account on Wednesday:

“Douglas Luiz remains Arsenal’s favorite option as a midfielder; he is considered the perfect player. However, Aston Villa remains steadfast in their position, unwilling to sell Douglas. No changes have been observed since November, yet.”

As the January transfer window approaches, the pursuit of Douglas Luiz by Arsenal remains a focal point, with the player seen as an ideal addition to bolster the Gunners’ midfield. The steadfast stance of Aston Villa adds an element of suspense to the unfolding transfer narrative.