Everton have yet to really get going with their transfer business this summer. David Moyes has only signed Carlos Alcaraz thus far.

With the new Premier League season drawing ever closer, the manager must bring in several quality players, especially considering he has lost a few.

Indeed, both Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Abdoulaye Doucoure have departed the club upon the expiration of their contracts. Elsewhere, Neal Maupay, Ashley Young and Mason Holgate have also left.

Moyes has plenty of work to do in the coming weeks. Might he start by signing a former Premier League midfielder?

Everton hold talks over signing former Premier League star

It's safe to say it's been a slow start for the Toffees in the transfer window but they are beginning to roar into life.

Indeed, Villarreal striker Thierno Barry is now reportedly close to joining and he will provide great quality to Moyes' attack, having scored 19 goals in 41 games last term.

Yet, with the departure of the aforementioned Doucoure in mind, it is the midfield where Moyes must really strengthen next.

According to reports from journalist Graeme Bailey, Everton have held initial talks with Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz regarding a potential move, but they are not alone.

Nottingham Forest, Fulham and West Ham United are also keen on the Brazilian, who only moved to Serie A last summer in a deal worth £42m.

Bringing Luiz to Everton would be a significant coup for Moyes. Not only that, he would be an ideal replacement for Doucoure in the heart of the midfield.

Why Everton must sign Douglas Luiz

Doucoure had been with the Merseyside outfit since 2020, making over 150 competitive appearances for the club, registering 35 goal contributions in the process.

During his final season, he ranked fourth among the squad for goals and assists in the top flight (five), while ranking third for key passes (0.8) and fourth for successful dribbles (0.7).

However, at 32, it was time for him to go, and by signing Luiz, they might even get an upgrade on the player. Of course, last season was a difficult one for the Brazilian, as he started just three games in Serie A.

Yet, looking back at his final season in England, however, gives a better indication of just what he can offer Moyes.

Adjudged by Sky Italia to be "one of the best [midfielders] in the world", the 2023/24 season saw Luiz register 20 goal involvements – ten goals and ten assists – in all competitions.

Furthermore, he ranked first in the Villa squad for key passes per game in the top flight (1.5), along with ranking fourth for interceptions (0.7), tackles (1.7) and shots per game (1.4), suggesting that he can offer plenty both going forward and defensively.

Former Villa star-turned pundit, Lee Hendrie, hailed Luiz as “phenomenal” midway through the campaign for his exploits ,and it was no wonder he sealed a move to the Italian giants last summer.

Things haven’t exactly gone to plan in Turin, opening the door for the likes of Everton to perhaps test the waters.

Much will depend on the fee Juventus demand for their player, but if Moyes can secure a deal for the 27-year-old, it could turn out to be one of the finest signings of the summer window.