Arsenal are set to firm up their interest in Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz, with the Gunners readying a bid for the Brazil international. What's the word? That's according to The Athletic's David Ornstein, who revealed on Twitter: 'Arsenal making offer for Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz. AVFC adamant 24yo Brazil int’l not for sale, but it’s understood he wants to leave & #AFC exploring if it’s possible before deadline.' Sky Sports (via Football Daily) have also suggested that the north Londoners are 'considering' an offer of around £20m for the 24-year-old, with Villa boss Steven Gerrard having admitted that a move could be out of his hands due to the player's expiring...
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