Lucumi gives first interview as a Juventus player: 'Happy to be joining Italy's biggest team'
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Defender Lucumi has completed his transfer to Juventus and given his first interview as a Bianconeri player, expressing excitement at joining the Turin club.
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Attributed to original sourceJhon Lucumi has given his first interview as a Juventus player, speaking to the club’s official channels shortly after completing his move from Bologna .
Speaking with quotes via Juventus’ website , the Colombian defender is already relishing the step up: “I’m very happy to have arrived here. I’m joining the biggest team in Italy and I’m really excited. I can’t wait to adapt quickly to my team-mates and help out this season.”
Asked whether any Juventus defender in history had shaped his own career, Lucumi pointed to a familiar face from Colombian football before naming three club legends: “I think the first is Cuadrado. I think he did a great job here and he’s a point of reference in Colombia for having played for this team. And then Juventus have had great defenders: Chiellini, Bonucci, Barzagli. I think they’re role models for me and for all players who play in our position.”
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO – JUNE 17: Jhon Lucumi #3 of Colombia looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K match between Uzbekistan and Colombia at Mexico City Stadium on June 17, 2026 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images) Lucumi: ‘I feel like I’ve made the right move’ at Juventus On his early dealings with head coach Luciano Spalletti, Lucumi kept things brief, suggesting there’s still plenty of ground to cover before the new season gets under way: “We’ve only said hello so far. We have time to talk and to understand from him everything he wants me to do for the team.”
The defender also addressed what he can offer a Juventus squad he rates highly: “I feel like I’m in a good stage of maturity right now. I feel like I’ve made the right move and, with these team-mates who are of the highest level, I know I can provide important help and give a lot to Juventus.”
Lucumi closed by sending a message to the Juventus supporters ahead of his home debut: “I’m happy to be here, I can’t wait to see them at the Allianz Stadium and I hope I can repay all this affection in the moments when we’re on the pitch.”
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What happened
Juventus have confirmed the signing of Lucumi, with the defender delivering his first interview since moving to the club. He described Juventus as 'Italy's biggest team' and conveyed his happiness at the move. The transfer represents a significant addition to Juventus' defensive options and signals their intent to strengthen for the upcoming season. His arrival will add competition for places at the back as Juventus aim to reassert themselves in Serie A.
Chance analysis
Juventus have landed a defender in Lucumi who arrives clearly energized by the scale of the club, a useful mindset for a player stepping into a squad under pressure to return to the top of Italian football. The signing gives the coach another option in central defense, where depth and competition for starting spots have been recurring themes in recent windows. How quickly Lucumi adapts to Juventus' tactical demands and integrates with existing center-backs will shape whether this becomes a foundational piece of the project or a rotational addition.
Juventus gain a motivated central defender, strengthening depth and competition in their back line for the season ahead.