The 27-year-old did not make an impression with the Italian giants after he became Aston Villa last summer.
Now, according to the Daily Mail, Forest hopes to build on their excellent season and bring Luiz back to the Premier League.
Luiz was also associated with a move to Newcastle with various reports that reveal a Swap deal where Sandro Tonali would go in the opposite direction.
Qualification for next season's Champions League, Forest's Transfer Ambitions would give a huge boost as their preparation for their last game against colleague Hoopvol Chelsea on Sunday.