Bremer set to reject Galatasaray as Turkish club pivots to Juventus target Lucumi
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Juventus defender Bremer is reportedly ready to turn down a move to Galatasaray, prompting the Turkish club to shift focus to Bologna centre-back Lucumi, whom Juventus are also pursuing.
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Attributed to original sourceItalian reports claim Juventus defender Gleison Bremer is not convinced by Galatasaray, so the Turkish side could turn to Bologna’s Jhon Lucumi instead.
LEWISBURG, WEST VIRGINIA – JUNE 14: Gleison Bremer #3 of Juventus arrives at the airport prior to the official FIFA Club World Cup 2025 on June 14, 2025 in Lewisburg, West Virginia. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images) It has been quite some time since the two clubs reached a basic agreement for what would be the transfer fee for the Brazil international.
There were suggestions that Galatasaray were offering Bremer a contract worth €8m per season net, but it might not be enough to draw him into the move.
Bremer not convinced by Galatasaray LECCE, ITALY – MAY 09: Bremer of Juventus FC during the Serie A match between US Lecce and Juventus FC at Stadio Via del Mare on May 09, 2026 in Lecce, Italy. (Photo by Maurizio Lagana/Getty Images) La Gazzetta dello Sport now report that Bremer is hesitating and seems unlikely to accept the transfer to Turkiye.
He is eager to convince coach Luciano Spalletti that he should remain in Turin, even starting pre-season training two days early to prove his determination.
Galatasaray are therefore looking elsewhere, but still within Serie A, as their next target is Bologna and Colombia international Lucumi.
This is particularly galling for the Bianconeri, who had wanted to sell Bremer in order to make room for Lucumi , even if the €25m asking price is a problem.
They would hope to include midfielder Fabio Miretti as part of the package, although Bologna seem to want only cash.
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What happened
Galatasaray have approached Bremer with a significant offer, but the Brazilian centre-back is leaning towards rejecting the move, reportedly preferring to stay in European top-flight football. With Bremer unlikely to join, Galatasaray have turned their attention to Bologna defender Lucumi as a defensive reinforcement. However, Juventus are also actively pursuing Lucumi, setting up a potential bidding war between the two clubs for the Congolese international. The situation reflects Galatasaray's ambition to strengthen defensively while navigating competition from elite European clubs.
Chance analysis
Bremer's reluctance to move to the Turkish Süper Lig signals a preference for top-five league football, which limits Galatasaray's pulling power for elite Serie A talent. The pivot to Lucumi highlights a realistic alternative, but Juventus hold a strong position in any negotiation given their direct relationship with the Italian transfer market. For Juventus, the Bremer situation is a retention positive, while the Lucumi chase represents squad depth investment in defense ahead of multiple competition demands.
Bremer's expected rejection strengthens Juventus' defensive stability, while a potential Lucumi transfer creates competition between Juventus and Galatasaray that could benefit Bologna financially.
Bremer likely stays at Juventus, reinforcing their defensive core; Lucumi's destination between Juventus and Galatasaray could affect Bologna's defensive structure and Juventus' squad planning.