Manchester City return to Premier League action this afternoon when they face Mauricio Pochettino's Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Douglas Luiz buyback clause and Man City sell-on fee clarified as Aston Villa midfielder shines
23.10.2023 - 15:05 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Former Manchester City midfielder Douglas Luiz was crucial in Aston Villa’s dominant win over West Ham United on Sunday.
The Brazilian scored twice against the Hammers as Unai Emery’s side cruised to a convincing 4-1 win, the team’s 11th consecutive league victory at Villa Park. Luiz’s brace took his tally for the season to six goals in all competitions, already closing in on his career-best total.
City sold the Brazil international to a newly-promoted Villa side, back in 2019. The £15m deal materialised due to Luiz struggling to obtain a visa to play for Pep Guardiola’s side, leading him to spend time on loan at Girona, though City initially retained a buyback clause.
Luiz’s progression during his first two seasons with Villa was not enough to convince City to bring him back into the fold by the time their buyback option expired in 2021. However, his former club did reportedly retain a sell-on clause.
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This became prominent in Arsenal’s pursuit of Luiz during last summer’s deadline day, when the Gunners were claimed to have seen three bids knocked back by the Villa hierarchy. That was despite Luiz entering into the final year of his contract and not then being a guaranteed starter under Steven Gerrard.
Much to the delight of Villa supporters, Luiz signed a fresh ‘long-term’ contract with the club the following month, believed to run until 2026. The subsequent arrival of Emery led Luiz to thrive, playing a pivotal role in the club’s transformation into contenders for European football. Since agreeing his new deal, there has been no suggestion that
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Cole Palmer makes honest admission ahead of Man City's trip to Chelsea
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09.11.2023 / 21:59
Aitch makes Instagram dig at rapper who shared illegal TikTok rap videos behind bars
Manchester rapper Aitch has hit out at a fellow rapper who illegally recorded TikTok videos from his prison cell.
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08.11.2023 / 20:19
Premier League clubs to vote on transfer rule change that will impact Man United and Man City
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08.11.2023 / 19:29
Manuel Akanji gives verdict on Man City teammate Erling Haaland's Ballon d'Or snub
Manuel Akanji insists Manchester City teammate Erling Haaland is more concerned with team trophies than the Ballon d'Or.
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08.11.2023 / 17:05
Supercomputer predicts outcome of Man City, Tottenham, Liverpool and Arsenal title race
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08.11.2023 / 00:55
Pep Guardiola hints at new Man City role for Jack Grealish
Pep Guardiola believes Jack Grealish could play in a central role for Manchester City after finishing the win against Young Boys at the Etihad in that role.
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04.11.2023 / 07:21
Man City vs Bournemouth prediction, lineups and odds for Premier League fixture
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03.11.2023 / 21:47
Julian Alvarez shuts down Erling Haaland theory and Man City star's reaction to Ballon d'Or
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30.10.2023 / 16:31
Why Man City did not receive a second penalty vs Manchester United
Manchester City have been told the actions of Erling Haaland prior to the tussle with Harry Maguire prevented them from receiving a second penalty against Manchester United on Sunday.
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30.10.2023 / 04:37
Erik ten Hag explains why he substituted Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund vs Man City
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29.10.2023 / 20:11
Pep Guardiola and Bernardo Silva agree on difference between Man City games vs Manchester United and Arsenal
Bernardo Silva says Manchester City improved on their defeat at Arsenal to record their best win over Manchester United in recent memory.
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29.10.2023 / 16:37
Manchester United and Man City legends pay emotional tribute to Sir Bobby Charlton before derby
Legends of both Manchester United and Manchester City came together to pay tribute to Sir Bobby Charlton ahead of Sunday's Manchester derby at Old Trafford.
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29.10.2023 / 15:27
'What a joke' - Manchester United fans furious with Erik ten Hag decision vs Man City
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29.10.2023 / 12:11
Mason Mount returns as Casemiro fitness decision made - Manchester United fans pick team to face Man City
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29.10.2023 / 12:11
Greater Manchester Police issue message to Manchester United and Man City fans hours before derby
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29.10.2023 / 12:11
Former Man City midfielder Joey Barton sacked by EFL club
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28.10.2023 / 22:27
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag hints at Mason Mount role vs Man City
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28.10.2023 / 12:05
Manchester United vs Man City Premier League derby referee confirmed
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27.10.2023 / 14:29
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