Como are pushing to beat Juventus to the signing of Jhon Lucumi this summer as they continue their search for a new defender to strengthen their squad during the current transfer window.
Juventus have been monitoring Bologna’s Lucumi for several months, but they have not yet increased their efforts to secure his signature because they would need to sell players from their squad before making room for another addition.
Juventus facing competition for Lucumi
Lucumi is considered one of the finest defenders in Serie A and has also attracted interest from clubs in England during a summer in which Bologna are expected to allow him to leave.
The defender will become a free agent at the end of the current season, and Bologna have confirmed that they will permit him to depart the club this summer and join another team. This situation has encouraged several clubs to explore the possibility of signing him.
Juventus remain interested in adding Lucumi to their squad, but they must first create space and resources before they can complete a deal. Their current position has allowed Como to make progress in their own pursuit of the defender.
Como looking to complete ambitious move
According to Tuttojuve, Bologna have taken serious steps towards adding Lucumi to their squad and making him a member of the group during this transfer window.
Como are preparing to compete in the Champions League and believe they need high-quality players to help them perform well domestically and in Europe. The defender has therefore become one of their targets as they look to build a stronger team.
Lucumi could provide the defensive quality that Como are searching for as they prepare for a demanding campaign. However, their hopes of signing him could depend on whether Juventus decide to make a stronger offer.
If Juventus return with an improved contract proposal and a better transfer package, they could still challenge Como for his signature. The coming weeks will determine whether Lucumi chooses a move to Como or whether another club manages to secure his services before the transfer window closes.