Chelsea and Manchester United join race for Bologna defender Jhon Lucumi

Bologna’s left-footed centre-back Jhon Lucumi is at the centre of a growing transfer tug-of-war, with English clubs Chelsea and Manchester United now actively engaging the player’s representatives. Juventus initially proposed £15 million with £3 million in bonuses and later increased the bid to £18 million plus add-ons, yet Bologna’s valuation remains fixed at £25 million plus £3 million, a figure it is prepared to accept elsewhere.

The stalemate has opened the door for Premier League suitors, while Nottingham Forest has submitted a £20 million offer with additional bonuses. In Serie A, Como have shifted focus to Trevoh Chalobah after a £30 million deal, and Napoli are considering Benoit Badiashile for their defensive needs. The outcome hinges on whether Juventus can improve its terms before English clubs consolidate their interest.