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Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Bournemouth open talks over trophy-winning international centre-back - as Andoni Iraola looks to add Champions League experience to squad
Bournemouth have asked about Bologna centre-back Jhon Lucumi. With Paris Saint-Germain keen on Illia Zabarnyi and Dean Huijsen having left for Real Madrid, the Cherries are in need of reinforcements and have turned to Colombia international Lucumi. The 26-year old has 28 caps for Colombia and was part of the Bologna squad that won the Coppa Italian against AC Milan this season, playing all of the final. He also played seven times in the Champions League this campaign, including against Liverpool. However, Champions League nearlymen Inter Milan have also been showing interest. Lucumi started his career at Deportivo Cali in his homeland before joining KRC Genk in 2018. He spent four full seasons in Belgium before moving to Bologna in 2022. The Colombian has been to threee Copa Americas with his country, featuring in two of them, and helping them to be runners-up in 2024. Bournemouth have also enquired about Nathan Zeze at Nantes in recent weeks as they look to find quality players once again for manager Andoni Iraola. They also like Rennes left back Adrien Truffert as Liverpool are closing on a £40m deal for Milos Kerkez.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Liverpool take 'active interest' in Serie A STANDOUT
Jhon Lucumi of Bologna on Liverpool radar One player now mooted as a potential bargain candidate is the Colombia international Jhon Lucumi. The 26-year-old plays for Bologna in Serie A and also featured for all 90 minutes in a Champions League game against the Reds earlier this season. Advertisement He was acquired from Genk in 2022, going on to establish himself as one of the most consistent defenders in the Italian top flight. Lucumi, an international teammate of Luis Diaz, is under contract at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara until 2026 - with speculation now building that he is set for the next big step in his career. Big teams in Serie A and the Premier League are now credited with interest in Lucumi with Bologna seeking to cash in before losing him on a free next summer. Liverpool take active interest in Jhon Lucumi 'Several Premier League clubs, including Liverpool, are taking an active interest in Bologna's standout defender Jhon Lucumi,' reads a report in TBR Football. Advertisement 'Italian giants Inter Milan and Juventus are both showing a strong interest, but there is interest from around Europe, including the Premier League. 'Liverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham, Brighton, Brentford, Crystal Palace and Leeds United are among the clubs who have recently been to watch Bologna defender Jhon Lucumi.' FOTMOB for successful passes, touches and recoveries among players in his position. A naturally left-footed player, he could spread the play with his long and accurate long balls although his aerial duels winning percentage (51.2 percent) is a concern.
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Inter Milan & Atletico Madrid Target's Agent Confirms: ‘Big Clubs In Europe Following Him For Some Time'
Inter Milan & Atletico Madrid Target's Agent Confirms: 'Big Clubs In Europe Following Him For Some Time' The agent of reported Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid target Jhon Lucumi has confirmed that 'big clubs in Europe are interested.' Lucumi's agent Simone Rondanini spoke to Italian outlet TuttoMercatoWeb. He confirmed that the Colombian has come onto the radar of some notable names. Advertisement Jhon Lucumi has really impressed with his performances for Bologna over the past couple seasons. The Colombian joined Bologna from Genk in the summer of 2022. And Lucumi played a significant role in the Rossoblu qualifying for the Champions League last season. Furthermore, he has been even more important this time around, in another push for European football. Agent Of Inter Milan & Atletico Target Jhon Lucumi Confirms Interest From Big Clubs BOLOGNA, ITALY – APRIL 20: Lautaro Martinez of FC Internazionale passes the ball whilst under pressure from Jhon Lucumi of Bologna during the Serie A match between Bologna and FC Internazionale at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara on April 20, 2025 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by) Inevitably, Lucumi's form has attracted some transfer interest from bigger clubs than Bologna. Inter Milan are reportedly major admirers. Lucumi is on their shortlist of targets as they aim for a big defensive signing this summer. Advertisement The 26-year-old's performance in Bologna's win over Inter last weekend certainly won't have done anything to dissuade this interest from the Nerazzurri. Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid are also reportedly very keen to bring Lucumi to La Liga. Lucumi's agent Simone Rondandini noted that 'he currently has a contract with Bologna.' 'The Coppa Italia final is still a ways away. And the most important thing is for the team to achieve their aims, and dream of that Cup final.' 'Then, we'll see what happens,' said Rondandini. But the agent also noted that 'there are top clubs around Europe who have been following him for some time.' Advertisement 'But he's focused on winning the cup with Bologna right now.' As far as the reported interest of Atletico, Lucumi's agent noted that 'he wouldn't be the first Colombian to play there and do well.' 'I'm sure that, considering the level he's at, he could make his mark at a team like that.'
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Report – Inter Milan Tracking Bologna & Colombia Defender
Jhon Lucumi has joined his Bologna teammate Sam Beukema on Inter Milan's shortlist of transfer targets in defense this summer. This according to today's print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews. They report that the Colombian particularly impressed Inter with his performance on Sunday. Advertisement One thing that looks certain is that Inter Milan will sign a defender this summer. The futures of Stefan de Vrij and particularly Francesco Acerbi are up in the air. Both have been defensive stalwarts for the Nerazzurri, but are well into their thirties. Therefore, a major priority in the transfer window will be to bring new blood into the defense. The profile that Inter are after would be a defender who can play the same role as de Vrij and Acerbi. The Nerazzurri are seeking a physical centre-back with strong man-marking ability. They want a player who can play in the centre of the back three. Jhon Lucumi Joins Sam Beukema On Inter Milan Shortlist In Defense BOLOGNA, ITALY – APRIL 20: Lautaro Martinez of FC Internazionale passes the ball whilst under pressure from Jhon Lucumi of Bologna during the Serie A match between Bologna and FC Internazionale at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara on April 20, 2025 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by) One player who Inter are very keen on is Bologna defender Sam Beukema. Advertisement It's no secret that the Nerazzurri are tracking the Dutchman. His consistent performances in the Bologna backline have marked him out as an ideal heir to de Vrij and Acerbi. However, Beukema is not the only player on Inter's shortlist. Udinese defender Oumar Solet has if anything jumped ahead of Beukema on the Nerazzurri's radar. But that's not all. In fact, the Gazzetta report, there's another Bologna player who Inter are also keen on. It was Beukema who Inter were most closely watching in Sunday's Serie A clash with Bologna. That was a disappointing match for the Nerazzurri, putting it mildly. And a key reason for this was that the Rossoblu kept their attack completely quiet. Advertisement Beukema put in an impressive performance. But even more impactful was Colombian international centre-back Jhon Lucumi. Lucumi signed for Bologna from Genk in the summer of 2022. And he has become a regular in the starting eleven this season under Vincenzo Italiano. Inter will not have failed to notice the impeccable man-marking job that Lucumi did on Inter captain Lautaro Martinez. Therefore, the Gazzetta report, the Nerazzurri are considering the Colombian as a possible transfer target this summer.
