Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest Compete for Colombian Defender Lucumi

The race to sign Colombian defender John Lucumi, currently with Bologna, has intensified as Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest join Juventus and Inter in pursuit of the player during the summer transfer window.

According to Italian reports, Lucumi is attracting increasing interest following his performances with Bologna and the Colombian national team, while Premier League clubs are closely monitoring his situation as Juventus and Inter continue to bolster their defense ahead of the new season.

Reports indicate that Belgian club Genk, from which Lucumi transferred to Bologna in 2022, holds a 20% stake in any future transfer fee, meaning they will benefit financially if a deal is completed this summer.

Lucumi's future remains open to all possibilities amid strong competition between Italian and English clubs, with a decision expected in the coming days as negotiations approach critical stages.