Juventus consider offer for Lucumí after selling Muharemovic to Leeds
Juventus are exploring a move for Colombian centre-back Jhon Lucumí of Club Brugge. The Serie A club's financial flexibility has been boosted by the sale of young defender Muharemovic to Leeds United, which provides additional room in the budget for defensive reinforcements. Lucumí has been on Juventus' radar as they look to strengthen at the back. The deal for Muharemovic to Leeds represents a capital gain for Juventus, who developed the player in their youth system.
Read the full story at football-italia.netJuventus' need for a centre-back is reflected in their pursuit of Lucumí, a physically imposing and ball-playing defender who fits modern Serie A requirements. The successful offloading of Muharemovic to Leeds demonstrates Juventus' ability to monetize youth assets in the Premier League market, which has become a key revenue stream for Italian clubs. If completed, this would address a clear defensive depth issue for Juventus ahead of the new season.
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