Juventus have successfully reached an agreement with Bologna to acquire Colombian defender Jhon Lucumi for a reported fee of €22 million. The player is scheduled to travel to Turin this Sunday to undergo mandatory medical examinations before finalizing his transfer.
Upon the completion of his medicals, Lucumi is expected to sign a contract that will keep him at the club until June 2031. The deal includes a salary of €2.5 million per season, supplemented by additional bonuses.
The acquisition is designed to align with the tactical vision of Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti, who has prioritized the addition of technically proficient defenders. Spalletti is seeking centre-backs capable of playing with increased ambition when initiating play from the back, a quality that Lucumi demonstrated throughout the previous campaign.
Statistical analysis from last season highlights Lucumi's suitability for this role, as he maintained an 89.6% pass completion rate while averaging 57 successful passes per game. Furthermore, he demonstrated precision in his distribution, completing 4.5 long balls per match with an accuracy rate of 61.5%. His arrival is intended to bolster the squad with a defender who can effectively progress possession and implement Spalletti’s preferred style of play.
