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The Como 1907 has initiated the first formal talks with Bologna to finalize the signing of Jhon Lucumí, a 28-year-old defender, in this summer transfer market. This is the new request from Fábregas to play in the UEFA Champions League.
The board led by Cesc Fàbregas aims to take advantage of the fact that the Colombian international is in the final year of his contract, set to expire in June 2027, to add experience to their defense ahead of their debut in the Champions League.
🚨🇨🇴 EXCL: Como open talks for Jhon Lucumí as new target at centre back as Colombian defender could leave Bologna.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 27, 2026
Juventus are also keen on Lucumì since June and remain attentive to the situation ⚪️⚫️ pic.twitter.com/B4fYMCUoHV
Cesc Fàbregas's request for Como 1907's defense
As reported by journalist Fabrizio Romano, Como 1907 has included Jhon Lucumí in their shortlist of top priorities as part of a plan that involves the arrival of two central defenders. Cesc Fàbregas believes that the defender possesses the ideal profile for building play from the back, having played 123 games in Serie A.
The player recently completed the 2026 World Cup with the Colombian national team, reaching the round of 16 before being eliminated by Switzerland. In the 2025/2026 season, he played in 43 official matches across Serie A, Coppa Italia, Europa League, and the Italian Supercup wearing Bologna's shirt.
Bologna's contractual situation facilitating Lucumí's transfer to Como
The negotiating position of Bologna is influenced by the defender's contract expiration date, set for 2027. With only 12 months remaining on the deal, the Emilian board is considering a sale in this transfer window to avoid losing him for free at the end of the next season.
Como 1907 plans to close the deal before the official preseason begins to facilitate his integration into the Spanish coach's system. The Lombard team's financial capability allows them to handle Jhon Lucumí's transfer while simultaneously negotiating for the arrival of the second central defender requested by the coaching staff.
The boards of Como 1907 and Bologna will hold an executive meeting during the week of July 2026.
Como 1907's goal is to finalize Jhon Lucumí's transfer fee before August 1st, aiming to complete medical checks before the first team's preseason trip.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El nuevo fichaje que exigió Cesc Fábregas al Como
