DOUGLAS LUIZ NEWS

Nears return to training Luiz (hamstring) "is close to getting back to training" according to manager Sean Dyche, Katie Stafford of BBC Sport reports.

Impact Luiz has been out for the last four EPL games and could still spend some time on the sidelines before being added to the match squad. While his absence reduces the team's depth and set-piece taker options, Elliot Anderson and Ryan Yates may continue to see increased action in defensive midfield.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Luiz (hamstring) is nearing a return to play but is out for Wednesday's match against Wolves, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Jak Netting of Vavel. "The ones who aren't, Dougl...

Impact Luiz will need to wait another match to return from his injury, but is seeing some good progress, with the midfielder appearing to be nearing a return to action. That said, with another match against Everton on Saturday, he will look to be an option, although that will depend on his development, not risking him unless he trains some more.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to play yet Luiz (hamstring) won't be available for Saturday's game against Liverpool, manager Sean Dyche told media during Thursday's pre-match press conference. "Luiz is making progress but...

Impact The Brazilian midfielder suffered a hamstring injury against Manchester United just before the international break, and he's not ready to return yet. He seems to be trending in the right direction, but apparently, it'll take weeks before he's ready to return.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss time Luiz (hamstring) will received treatment and is set to miss some time, coach Sean Dyche said in the press conference, according to the Nottingham Post. "Douglas is going to receive...

Impact Luiz suffered a hamstring injury in Saturday's clash against Manchester United and is set to miss some time as coach Sean Dyche confirmed it won't be a quick return for him. This is a big blow for Forest since he has been an undisputed starter in the last four games and his absence will force a change, with Ryan Yates likely replacing him in defensive midfield alongside Elliot Anderson.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Douglaz Luiz injury 'not a quick situation' says Forest boss Dyche Douglas Luiz could be set for a spell on the sidelines as Sean Dyche updated on the Nottingham Forest midfielder on Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 5 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Subbed off injured Luiz was substituted after playing 14 minutes due to an apparent injury during Saturday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Luiz rejoined the starting XI on Saturday following a three-match absence with a hamstring injury. He was withdrawn after 14 minutes, raising concerns of a recurrence.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Starting on Saturday Luiz (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Chelsea.

Impact Luiz returned to the starting lineup Saturday after recovering from a recent injury that kept him out for three matches. The midfielder was cleared ahead of the game and made his way back into the XI, having previously started two matches before the setback. He will hope to stay in the lineup moving forward, especially after making three straight appearances to begin the season before earning his starting role.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Saturday Luiz (hamstring) is an option for Saturday's match against Chelsea, according to manager Ange Postecoglou, per Sarah Clapson of Nottingham Post.

Impact Luiz was back on grass this week and has improved his status enough to be an option for Saturday, with the midfielder cleared ahead of the game. This is great news after three games out, as he started in two games before his injury. He will hope to return to that starting role now that he is fit, as he did appear in three straight games to begin the season before earning the starting spot.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Crisis at the City Ground: How Nottingham Forest went from top-four fight to potentially needing relegation firefighter Sean Dyche to replace Ange Postecoglou

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OCTOBER 17 • goal

Spotted on grass Douglas Luiz (hamstring) was spotted training on grass Friday.

Impact The Brazilian midfielder is back on the grass, though it's uncertain if he's ready to return to full training yet. As things stand now, the coming days of his recovery process will be key to determining whether he'll be an option to face Chelsea on Saturday, Oct. 18, once the Premier League resumes after the international break.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Luiz (hamstring) is still recovering from a hamstring injury, according to manager Ange Postecoglou. "It is nothing significant. It will put him out tomorrow night and probably the...

Impact Luiz is still recovering from a hamstring injury and will be out until after the international break. The midfielder is a big blow after missing the last two matches in all competitions, but there's hope he could be back immediately after the break. Ibrahim Sangare has played more minutes in the last two matches with Luiz out.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out, injury not serious Luiz (hamstring) is out for Saturday's clash with Sunderland but his injury isn't considered serious, according to manager Ange Postecoglou."Dougie wasn't great yesterday either. W...

Impact Luiz's injury has him ruled out for the weekend match, as expected with less than two full days to recover. The good news is that the injury isn't serious, though a scan should give more clarity on the exact scope of the issue. Dilane Bakwa came on to replace Luiz during the Europa League match against Real Betis, where he suffered the injury.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off at halftime Luiz was forced off at halftime of Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Betis in the Europa League as a precaution due to hamstring soreness, coach Ange Postecoglou confirmed in a press co...

Impact Luiz was in the starting squad for the second time in a row with his new club and contributed one assist and one shot in Wednesday's clash against Betis in the Europa League. The midfielder felt hamstring soreness at the end of the first half and was therefore forced off at halftime as a precaution according to coach Ange Postecoglou. Luiz will be assessed in the coming hours to see if he can be available for Saturday's clash against Sunderland. That said, Luiz was replaced by Dilane Bakwa who can see increased playing time if the Brazilian has to miss some time to recover.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Debuts with four corners Luiz had one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Burnley.

Impact Luiz joined Nottingham Forest in mid-August, but in between then and Saturday saw the team log three games, none of which included him. The midfielder finally began his Nottingham career Saturday, easily leading Forest in corners, suggesting he can continue establishing himself with category moving forward. The last time Luiz was part of a Premier League team, Aston Villa's 2023-24 side, he attempted 100 corners.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Nottingham Forest coach Nuno 'worried' about job amid tensions with owner Marinakis

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AUGUST 22 • Associated Press

Nottingham Forest confirm Douglas Luiz signing on loan with conditional obligation for permanent transfer as Brazilian ends Juventus nightmare | Goal.com US Nottingham Forest have confirmed the loan signing of Douglas Luiz following a nightmare spell at Juventus.

AUGUST 22 • GOAL.COM

Joins Nottingham Forest Luiz completed a transfer to Nottingham Forest from Juventus, the club announced.

Impact Luiz joins Nottingham Forest after a poor season outside of England, linking up as another defensive midfield option . He struggled during his one season in Italy, playing just 516 minutes and failing to register a goal involvement. In previous seasons in the Premier League he's shown the talent to be a true difference-maker, scoring nine times and adding five assists in 35 starts during his final season. He has the talent to immediate take on a starting role in the midfield three for Forest.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Why Juventus are blocking Douglas Luiz exit despite Everton & Nottingham Forest transfer interest as midfielder looks to end Italian nightmare after Alisha Lehmann split | Goal.com US Juventus are unlikely to let Douglas Luiz leave the club on loan this summer, despite strong interest from Premier League sides Nottingham F...

AUGUST 6 • GOAL.COM

Nottingham Forest make Douglas Luiz proposal as struggling ex-Aston Villa midfielder nears Juventus escape | Goal.com US Nottingham Forest are interested in wantaway midfielder Douglas Luiz as Juventus look to sell him to raise funds for their transfer plans.

JULY 31 • GOAL.COM

Why Douglas Luiz is yet to make Premier League return despite desperation to end Juventus nightmare as midfielder faces punishment for failing to turn up to training | Goal.com US The reason behind Douglas Luis not yet marking his return to Premier League has been revealed, with Juventus set to reprimand the midfielder...

JULY 26 • GOAL.COM

Man Utd target Douglas Luiz desperate for Premier League return as relationship with Juventus completely breaks down after transfer flop | Goal.com US Manchester United target Douglas Luiz is reportedly desperate for a Premier League return as his relationship with Juventus has completely b...

JULY 24 • GOAL.COM

Juventus offer choice of THREE stars to Man Utd in swap deal for Jadon Sancho including USMNT ace Tim Weah and Douglas Luiz | Goal.com US Juventus have reportedly reignited their interest in Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho by proposing a swap deal that includes a selectio...

JULY 1 • GOAL.COM

Man Utd offered Antony swap deal! Red Devils held talks with Juventus over Douglas Luiz trade before Italian giants overhauled recruitment team | Goal.com US Manchester United were reportedly offered the opportunity to swap outcast winger Antony for Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz.

JUNE 15 • GOAL.COM

Man Utd alerted to Juventus' cut-price Douglas Luiz valuation but face shock transfer competition from Premier League rival that their fans love to hate | Goal.com US Manchester United are reportedly not the only club in for Douglas Luiz this summer, with an interesting transfer battle set to begin.

JUNE 14 • GOAL.COM

Unused in Roma contest Luiz (thigh) didn't play in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Roma.

Impact Luiz wasn't deployed after missing a month with a latest injury and might have trouble getting decent minutes going forward, as Juventus have switched to a formation that features one fewer midfielder following a coaching change.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE