10 Facts About Luiz

1. David Luiz is a Portuguese citizen, which was acquired during his time at Benfica.

2. David Luiz was a member of Brazil's squad for the 2015 Copa America in Chile.

3. David Luiz was present in every squad during the management of Menezes and was called up to the squad for the Copa America in 2011, but did not make a single appearance at the tournament due to injury.

4. David Luiz played with the Brazil under-20 team at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2007, with the team being ousted in the round of 16.

5. On 22 September 2012, David Luiz signed a new five-year contract with Chelsea.

6. On 11 January 2009, David Luiz netted his first official goal for Benfica, the game's only in a home success against Braga.

7. On 30 January 2007, David Luiz joined Portuguese club Benfica as a replacement for Tottenham Hotspur-bound Ricardo Rocha, on loan.

8. David Luiz is in talks to extend his contract at Chelsea, according to The Sun.

9. David Luiz chalked up his second assist of the season for Chelsea on Saturday against Newcastle.

10. David Luiz is set to cap a resurgent season with a new Chelsea contract, according to the Brazil international's agent.