Lucumi waiting as Juventus and Bologna negotiate €20m transfer including bonuses
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Juventus and Bologna are working out the details of a €20m transfer including bonuses for defender Jhon Lucumi, who is waiting for the deal to be completed.
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Attributed to original sourceJuventus and Bologna met again today to discuss Jhon Lucumi, but have not yet been able to reach an agreement on the €20m including bonus offer.
The defender is down to the final months of his contract at the Stadio Dall’Ara, and has made it very clear he only wants his next club to be in Turin.
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – DECEMBER 22: Jhon Lucumi of Bologna battles for possession with David Neres of SSC Napoli during the Supercoppa Italiana Final between SSC Napoli and Bologna FC 1909 at King Saud University Stadium on December 22, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Abdullah Ahmed/Getty Images) This has meant Bologna lowering the initial €25m asking price , which in turn was a drop from the €28m release clause that expired last month.
Lucumi deal still not ready 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) Sky Sport Italia confirm another encounter today between the two clubs, and while Juve remain confident they will get a deal, it probably won’t be today.
The proposal on the table remains €20m including add-ons, so the negotiations are trying to whittle down the differences.
Lucumi has already agreed personal terms with Juventus, ready to sign a four-year contract with option to extend for a fifth.
The Colombia international had been practically sold to Sunderland last summer, so when that move was abandoned, he got a promise that Bologna would let him leave for a suitable offer this time around.
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What happened
Juventus and Bologna are in advanced negotiations over the transfer of centre-back Jhon Lucumi, with the fee structured at €20m including add-ons and bonuses. The Colombian defender is reportedly waiting for the two clubs to finalize the terms before committing to the move. Bologna are open to selling after a strong campaign, and Juventus are looking to strengthen their defensive options. The exact structure of the bonus payments is the remaining detail being discussed between the two Serie A clubs.
Chance analysis
A potential €20m move for Jhon Lucumi to Juventus would address a key defensive need for the Bianconeri, who have been seeking reliable centre-back options. For Bologna, losing a regular starter weakens their back line but provides significant financial reinforcement that could be reinvested. The bonus structure suggests both clubs are close to an agreement, with the player already mentally committed. This transfer could shift the defensive balance in Serie A depending on how Bologna reinvest the funds.
Juventus gain a proven Serie A centre-back; Bologna lose a key defender but receive €20m to reinvest in their squad.
Monitor the completion of the Lucumi transfer as it will affect Juventus's defensive depth and Bologna's starting XI planning for the next season.