Medical Underway in Turin
Jhon Lucumi has arrived in Turin to undergo his medical examination with Juventus ahead of completing a permanent transfer from Serie A rivals Bologna. The Colombia international was spotted at the club’s JMedical facility on Sunday as he prepares to sign for the Bianconeri.
The defender’s arrival follows reports predicting the move would culminate this weekend. Lucumi’s presence at the medical centre indicates the transfer has reached its concluding phase, pending only the completion of physical assessments and the formal signing of his contract with the Turin giants.
Negotiation Timeline and Fee Structure
The reported transfer fee stands at between €20 million and €22 million, including performance-related bonuses. This figure falls significantly below the €28 million release clause that Bologna had originally inserted into the defender’s contract.
Negotiations between the Serie A clubs progressed rapidly in recent days. Bologna initially indicated they would accept €25 million for the Colombia international, but subsequently agreed to Juventus’s improved offer. The deal structure includes additional payments contingent on performance targets, though exact triggers remain undisclosed pending official confirmation.
The player’s contractual situation expedited proceedings, with Lucumi entering the final 12 months of his agreement with the Rossoblu. This timeline pressured Bologna to secure a transfer fee now rather than face the prospect of losing the centre-back without compensation next year.
Background and Deal Completion
Lucumi spent four seasons with Bologna, establishing himself as a regular starter in their defence. His transfer to Juventus ends a successful spell with the Emilia-Romagna club and keeps him in Serie A.
The deal represents a permanent transfer rather than a loan arrangement. Once Lucumi completes his medical examinations and signs his contract, Juventus will announce the transfer officially and confirm the exact fee and bonus structures involved in the agreement.