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Roy Keane says that he's not surprised about Arsenal's interest in Douglas Luiz, describing him as being 'very very good'.
The Aston Villa star has been one of Unai Emery's unsung heroes this term, scoring seven goals and contributing seven assists in all competitions.
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While 14-goal striker Ollie Watkins has captured the headlines, Luiz has played a key role in Villa's success in the Premier League this term, with the club sitting in third position and two points behind league leaders Liverpool.
Luiz was heavily linked with a move to Arsenal last year and according to Man United legend Roy Keane, such interest is no surprise given the level of performance that he's putting in.
“He turns up every week this player,” said Keane. “Never seems to be injured. Quality player. I like him.
“I think he was linked with Arsenal last year. There are no surprises there, with some of the Villa players, you think they can certainly go on to play for a Man United, Arsenal or even Man City, you look at Watkins.
“But I like Luiz. He is consistent. Turns up week in and week out. You know what you are going to get from him. I like a lot about him. Probably lacks that real pace maybe.
“In terms of his decision-making and looking after the ball. Very, very good.”
The Brazilian midfielder started his career with Vasco de Gama, before joining Manchester City in 2017.
After two loan spells with Girona, Luiz completed a £15million move to Aston Villa in 2019, becoming a key player in the four and a half years that have followed.
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In that time, Luiz has played 181 times for the club, scoring 19 goals and providing 21 assists.
With seven goals and six assists this term, Luiz is at the top of his game and Villa fans will be desperate to see more of that in the years that follow.
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