Luiz to Villa; Ward-Prowse Burnley; Traoré West Ham; Mateta?

Transfer Window Update: Luiz to Villa, Ward‑Prowse’s Burnley Medical, Traoré at West Ham — and What’s Next for Mateta?
Luiz to Villa; Ward-Prowse Burnley; Traoré West Ham; Mateta?
1. Douglas Luiz Set for Aston Villa Return A major midfield move is in the works as Douglas Luiz is poised to re‑join Aston Villa this month. Fabrizio Romano reports that a verbal agreement has been reached for the Brazilian midfielder to return on loan from Juventus , where he has been this season.  Villa see Luiz — a fan favourite from his first stint — as key reinforcement amid injury concerns and squad depth issues.  The deal looks increasingly likely to be Villa’s fourth January signing, adding Premier League experience and creativity to their central engine room.  2. James Ward‑Prowse to Undergo Burnley Medical In east Lancashire, West Ham midfielder James Ward‑Prowse is on the verge of joining Burnley on loan for the rest of the season .  The 31‑year‑old England international has been out of favour under West Ham boss Nuno Espírito Santo and agreed to the move after talks resumed following earlier uncertainty.  Ward‑Prowse’s set‑piece quality and Premier League experience will be vital …