Why Everton may have Douglas Luiz transfer answer after latest development

Everton have been linked with a move for Douglas Luiz as the Juventus midfielder looks to reignite his career.

The Toffees are interested in the former Aston Villa star, whose future at Juventus seems uncertain.

After a disappointing season in Turin, the Brazil international joined Nottingham Forest on loan, but then returned to Villa Park temporarily in the winter transfer window.

Luiz could receive another Premier League lifeline at Hill Dickinson Stadium, but it remains to be seen whether that will happen.

The Blues have already signed Hayden Hackney to bolster their engine room as David Moyes looks to build a competitive squad for next season.

With Idrissa Gueye now a free agent, the Merseyside outfit are clearly in search of experience in the middle of the park.

Juventus set for Douglas Luiz transfer U-turn

Goodison News have covered speculation around Luiz's future at Juventus, with the Toffees enquiring about his situation.

The 28-year-old is at a crossroads in his career after failing to live up to expectations at the Allianz Stadium.

Luciano Spalletti may yet try to "recover" Luiz at the Serie A club, according to La Stampa journalist Nicola Balice.

It has been claimed that the Italian manager could give the midfielder another chance at Juventus.

If that proves to be the case, the Merseyside outfit may already have their answer on whether they can sign Luiz.

The Blues could have to turn to alternatives as the Bianconeri continue to hold out hope for the former Villa ace.

Everton transfer strategy all over the place this summer

Everton have reached an agreement to sign Pape Gueye from Villarreal

The Toffees are looking to bolster their engine room as they deal with Idrissa's exit

Pape represents a box-to-box option that the Blues are pursuing, similar to Luiz.

What the Merseysiders clearly need right now is a defensive anchor capable of replacing the Senegalese veteran, but the recruitment department seem to have other priorities.

Hackney is a deep-lying playmaker rather than someone capable of being the destroyer in the middle of the park.

Idrissa played a key role in L3 last season and Moyes should be looking to sign someone with similar attributes this summer.