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Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz has officially gone public with his new relationship, confirming he is dating Duda Gaspar — the 19-year-old daughter of Arsenal sporting director and club legend Edu Gaspar.
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The announcement comes just months after Luiz ended his high-profile relationship with Alisha Lehmann, marking a fresh chapter in his personal life.
Social Media Reveal Sparks Attention
The relationship became public after Duda Gaspar shared a photo of the couple on social media, accompanied by a heartfelt caption. Luiz later reposted the image, effectively confirming the relationship to his own followers.
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The post quickly drew attention — not just because of Luiz’s profile, but also due to Duda’s background. As the daughter of Edu Gaspar, a key figure at Arsenal and part of the club’s iconic Invincibles squad, the relationship adds an interesting football connection off the pitch.
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From Lehmann to a New Relationship
Luiz was previously in a long-term relationship with Swiss international Alisha Lehmann, one of the most recognisable figures in women’s football.
The couple began dating in 2021 during their time at Aston Villa and quickly became one of football’s most talked-about pairs. Their relationship gained even more attention when they both completed a rare joint transfer to Juventus in 2024.
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However, reports of a split emerged soon after their move to Italy, with both players going their separate ways.
Lehmann has since moved on and shared glimpses of her new relationship on social media, while Luiz has now followed suit by going public with Duda Gaspar.
A New Chapter Off the Pitch
Luiz’s relationship with Duda Gaspar links a Brazil international with the family of one of Arsenal’s most influential figures.
Duda is the daughter of Edu Gaspar, former Arsenal sporting director and current Nottingham Forest executive. It’s unclear how long the pair have been dating, or whether they first met during Luiz’s loan spell at Forest.
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There is also uncertainty around Edu’s future at the club, with reports suggesting he could leave. If that happens, Duda is still expected to remain in the UK, while Brazilian side Flamengo have already shown interest in bringing her father back.
Despite the questions, the couple’s public reveal suggests the relationship is already serious.
Another Transfer — This Time Personal
Douglas Luiz’s new relationship marks a clear shift following his split from Alisha Lehmann.
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With both players now moving forward in their personal lives, fans continue to follow their stories closely — proving once again that football’s biggest headlines are not always about what happens on the pitch.