– Barcelona targeting Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz for midfield investment
– Luiz has 5 goals, 3 assists in 18 Premier League games
– Villa determined to keep Luiz, not open to offers over £100m
– Arsenal and Man City also interested but facing tough competition
– Barcelona sees Luiz as key midfielder, ready to make substantial investment
– Villa firm in not selling, could make deal difficult for Barcelona
– Luiz tempted by Barcelona but enticed by exciting project at Villa
– Decision difficult for Brazilian midfielder as he weighs options
– Barcelona’s pursuit of Luiz expected to be long and challenging, navigating Villa’s determination
– Uncertainty if Barcelona’s ‘massive investment’ will sway Luiz and Villa.