Juventus Secures Verbal Agreement for Defender Jhon Lucumí
The Colombian international is set for a medical this weekend, with a €20 million deal agreed with Bologna.
The story
Juventus has reportedly reached a verbal agreement with Bologna for the transfer of center-back Jhon Lucumí. The deal, confirmed by Fabrizio Romano, is valued at €20 million plus add-ons.
Formal steps are expected to be completed within the next 24–48 hours, with the 28-year-old Colombian international scheduled for a medical over the weekend. Lucumí, who played a key role in Bologna's recent campaigns and reached the World Cup Round of 16 with Colombia this summer, reportedly only wanted to join Juventus despite interest from other major clubs. He is expected to sign a five-year contract.
Off the pitch
| Player | From | To | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jhon Lucumí | Bologna | Juventus | €20 million + add-ons |
| Ronald Araújo | Barcelona | Liverpool | Loan |
| Trevoh Chalobah | Chelsea | Como | €36M |
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