Douglas Luiz has failed to report for training with "Juventus" following the team's post-Club World Cup break, signaling a deepening crisis between the Brazilian midfielder and the Turin club. His unexplained absence today has prompted immediate and drastic measures from club management.
"The situation has become untenable, and this no-show represents the final straw in what has been a problematic relationship from the start," – a club source revealed.
This development comes during an already difficult season for "Juventus," where high expectations quickly crumbled despite significant investment in the transfer market. The club has recently pivoted to a new direction, bringing in Igor Tudor as head coach and Comolli as sporting director to replace the previous management team of Thiago Motta and Giuntoli.
Luiz, who arrived in Turin specifically at Motta's request, never fully adapted to the team's system. By the way, this latest incident appears to be the tipping point in what has been a disappointing spell for the Brazilian at the Italian giants.
"Juventus" now faces the challenge of offloading the midfielder as quickly as possible. The club is also dealing with several other players from the previous cycle who no longer fit into Tudor's plans.
This abrupt development follows the players' vacation period after the demanding Club World Cup schedule. While other squad members returned to training as expected, Luiz's absence was conspicuous – and completely unexplained.
Will this sudden breakdown accelerate a January transfer for the Brazilian? It certainly seems the relationship between player and club has reached a point of no return.
