# Lucumí joins Juventus; Bologna continues defender search > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/jhon-lucumi-transfer-negotiations > Updated: 2026-09-03T11:50:00.000Z. Sources: 125. Developments: 14. The transfer of Colombian defender Jhon Lucumí from Bologna to Juventus has been finalized. Negotiations initially involved a valuation gap between Bologna’s €25 million demand and Juventus’s €20 million target, which was bridged by including defender Juan David Cabal on a loan with an option to buy. Lucumí has since joined Juventus, signing a five-year contract. He credited former player Juan Cuadrado for encouraging the move and described manager Luciano Spalletti as a “demanding leader” who expects perfection and high physical fitness. To replace Lucumí, Bologna has intensified its search for a central defender capable of immediate integration. Nathan Gassama, a defender from Baltika valued at approximately €5 million, has emerged as a leading candidate due to his match fitness. The club continues to evaluate free agent Francesco Acerbi for his leadership, while also monitoring Dominik Prpic from Porto and considering a loan for Juan Cabal. Previous interests in Fedde Leysen and David Odogu did not materialize, with Odogu moving to Sassuolo. In related squad management, Bologna is also navigating the departure of midfielder Remo Freuler to Olympiacos. ## Claims - Juventus signed Kerim Alajbegovic from Bayer Leverkusen on a permanent deal for €33‑34 million, potentially rising to €40 million with bonuses. (corroborated by 15 sources) - Both transfers were finalized on 29 July 2026. (corroborated by 13 sources) - Juventus reached an agreement with Paris Saint‑Germain for Randal Kolo Muani on a loan with an obligation to buy. (corroborated by 12 sources) - The obligation to buy will be triggered only if Juventus qualify for any European competition next season. (corroborated by 12 sources) - Muani will sign a five‑year contract with Juventus, earning a net salary of about €5‑5.5 million per season. (corroborated by 12 sources) - The loan fee for Muani is €38 million with up to €12 million in bonuses, total potential €50 million. (corroborated by 11 sources) - The loan fee for Muani is €38 million with up to €12 million in bonuses, giving a potential total of about €50 million. (corroborated by 11 sources) - Juventus reached an agreement with Paris Saint‑Germain for Randal Kolo Muani on a loan with obligation to buy. (corroborated by 11 sources) - The Muani loan includes a €4 million loan fee and a €34 million mandatory purchase price. (corroborated by 10 sources) - John Stones is a free‑agent after his contract with Manchester City ended. (corroborated by 9 sources) - Juventus agreed a loan deal with Paris Saint‑Germain for Randal Kolo Muani with an obligation to buy. (corroborated by 9 sources) - Juventus have initiated contact with John Stones. (corroborated by 8 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-03: Jhon Lucumi discusses Juventus move and leadership ambitions Juventus defender Jhon Lucumi credited Juan Cuadrado for encouraging his move to the club and discussed his ambitions to become a leader under coach Luciano Spalletti. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jhon-lucumi-discusses-juventus-move-and-leadership-ambitions ### 2026-08-17: Bologna FC intensifies search for new central defender Bologna FC is searching for a replacement for Jhon Lucumí, with Nathan Gassama emerging as a top candidate alongside options like Francesco Acerbi and Juan Cabal. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bologna-fc-targets-nathan-gassama-to-replace-lucum ### 2026-08-15: International football updates: Carrascal shines, Díaz scores, and Lucumí nears Juventus move Key football updates include Jorge Carrascal's standout performance for Flamengo, Luis Díaz's goal for Bayern Munich, and Jhon Lucumí's potential move to Juventus. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jhon-lucum-nears-juventus-move-as-enzo-fernndez-faces-chelsea-tension ### 2026-08-11: Juventus transfer news: Lucumí negotiations and Douglas Luiz update Juventus is navigating a busy transfer window, focusing on securing Jhon Lucumí from Bologna and confirming Douglas Luiz's place in the squad under Luciano Spalletti. 26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/juventus-sets-deadline-for-jhon-lucum-transfer-from-bologna ### 2026-08-08: Juventus pursues Jhon Lucumí as Koopmeiners loan emerges as potential deal sweetener Juventus is negotiating with Bologna for defender Jhon Lucumí, with a potential loan of Teun Koopmeiners proposed to bridge the valuation gap. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/juventus-targets-jhon-lucum-in-ongoing-negotiations-with-bologna ### 2026-08-04: Jhon Lucumi's Bologna move pursued by Juventus, Chelsea and Manchester United Bologna aims to sell defender Jhon Lucumi for €25‑28 million as Juventus, Chelsea and Manchester United vie for his signature before the summer window closes. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manchester-united-and-chelsea-vie-for-bologna-defender-jhon-lucumi ### 2026-07-31: Como Targets Defenders Lucumí and Chalobah in Serie A Transfer Push Como offered €25 m for Bologna defender Jhon Lucumí, but he prefers Juventus; the club then moved to sign Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah with a €28‑30 m deal, outbidding Inter. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/como-targets-defenders-lucum-and-chalobah-in-serie-a-transfer-push ### 2026-07-30: Bologna targets Diego Carlos amid Jhon Lucumì’s expected exit Bologna plans to replace departing defender Jhon Lucumì, eyeing Diego Carlos while Juventus also targets Lucumì for €25 million. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bologna-targets-diego-carlos-amid-jhon-lucums-expected-exit ### 2026-07-28: Juventus finalises Muani loan‑to‑buy and Alajbegovic signing Juventus completed a €38 m loan‑to‑buy for Randal Kolo Muani (obligation triggers on European qualification) and a €33‑34 m permanent deal for Kerim Alajbegovic, total spending near €80 m. 54 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jhon-lucum-targeted-by-juventus-and-como-as-bologna-weighs-transfer-options ### 2026-07-25: Juventus intensify chase for free‑agent defender John Stones Juventus have opened talks to sign free‑agent England defender John Stones, competing with Arsenal and Chelsea, while also eyeing Colombian centre‑back Jhon Lucumi as a costly alternative. 37 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/galatasaray-eyes-colombian-defender-jhon-lucumi-in-transfer-talks ### 2026-07-23: Jhon Lucumi's transfer saga intensifies as Galatasaray, Juventus and others compete Jhon Lucumi's Bologna contract sparks a bidding war: Galatasaray, Juventus and Nottingham Forest vie for the defender, with fees around €23‑25 million and personal terms in focus. 21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cremonese-and-modena-finalize-loan-deals-for-young-italian-forwards ### 2026-07-18: Bologna defender Jhon Lucumí set for transfer as clubs negotiate lower fee Jhon Lucumí is likely to leave Bologna after his €28 million clause expired, with the club now open to a €15 million fee and interest from Inter, Juventus and other clubs. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bologna-defender-jhon-lucum-set-for-transfer-as-clubs-negotiate-lower-fee ### 2026-07-10: Inter Milan targets Bologna defender Jhon Lucumi as transfer talks stall Inter Milan eye Bologna defender Jhon Lucumi, but no active talks exist; the €28 m clause expires July 15, prompting the club to consider swaps or other defensive targets. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jhon-lucum-eyes-move-to-a-top-european-club-after-world-cup-showing ### 2026-07-05: Juventas target Bologna defender Jhon Lucumi as transfer talks intensify Juventus pursue Bologna’s Colombian defender Jhon Lucumi amid €28 million release clause chatter, while he stays focused on the World Cup and Bologna faces a possible free‑transfer loss in 2027. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/juventas-target-bologna-defender-jhon-lucumi-as-transfer-talks-intensify --- Cite as: Lucumí joins Juventus; Bologna continues defender search. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/jhon-lucumi-transfer-negotiations