Jhon Lucumi's Bologna move pursued by Juventus, Chelsea and Manchester United

Bologna FC is preparing to sell Colombian centre‑back Jhon Lucumi as his contract expires next summer. The club has set a price of roughly €25‑28 million and wants to avoid losing him on a free transfer. Juventus have re‑opened talks, aiming to lower the valuation, and the player has indicated a preference for a move to Turin. At the same time, English giants Chelsea and Manchester United have entered the race, each willing to meet the financial demands. Reports note that Chelsea, under Xabi Alonso, seeks a left‑footed stopper to reinforce a defence that has struggled, while United view Lucumi as a solution to recent defensive injuries. The transfer window is closing, and Bologna hopes to finalize a deal before the summer window shuts.

The situation reflects a broader scramble among top European clubs for a defender who impressed with 43 appearances last season and is considered a valuable, yet affordable, asset.