Jhon Janer Lucumí has officially joined Juventus, signing a contract that will keep him with the Italian giants until 2031. The Colombian defender arrived in Turín this Sunday to complete his medical examination, finalize the remaining details of the deal, and sign the agreement. His move marks one of the most significant transfers in his career, following several successful seasons with Bologna and a standout performance during the 2026 World Cup with Colombia. The transfer came after months of negotiations, which began during the World Cup in Canada, where Colombia suffered a defeat against Uzbekistan. After the tournament, Lucumí made it clear he wanted to join Juventus, despite initial resistance from Bologna, which had asked for €25 million for his release. Ultimately, the deal was finalized near that figure, including additional bonuses, allowing Lucumí to pursue his dream of playing for one of Europe’s most prestigious clubs. Lucumí's arrival in Turín was marked by fanfare. He was greeted by a group of supporters at Juventus' official headquarters, where they requested photos and autographs. His journey to the club was in a luxurious Jeep, the same brand that sponsors Juventus on their jerseys. This move adds to the growing list of Colombian players who have worn the black-and-white jersey, joining Juan Guillermo Cuadrado and Juan David Cabal. Lucumí will now wear the number previously occupied by Leonardo Bonucci, one of Italy's most iconic defenders. This is his third European club, having previously played for Genk in Belgium and Bologna in Italy. Juventus hopes this acquisition will help them regain their status as a top-tier team in Europe and compete once again for the Serie A title. The financial terms of the deal were detailed by Italian journalist Romeo Agresti, who confirmed that Juventus paid €20 million for the player's rights, with an additional €2 million in potential bonuses. Lucumí's salary with Juventus is set at €2.5 million per season, which translates to approximately 9 billion Colombian pesos annually, or 750 million pesos per month. In contrast, Luis Díaz, another key player in Colombia's national team, earns €14 million annually with Bayern Munich, making him significantly better compensated than Lucumí. Díaz recently returned to training with Bayern Munich ahead of the new season, focusing on helping the team win titles in both the Bundesliga and the Champions League. Díaz's recent activities included participating in friendly matches in Asia before returning to Germany. Bayern Munich highlighted his return with a social media post featuring images of him wearing new Adidas boots, part of the F50 model. These boots, predominantly white with blue accents and pink detailing on the upper parts, mark the start of a new season for the Colombian forward. During the 2025–26 campaign with Bayern Munich, Díaz played 51 official matches, scoring 26 goals and providing 19 assists. His performances were crucial to the team's success, particularly alongside teammates Harry Kane and Michael Olise. In the recent friendly match against Aston Villa, Díaz scored a memorable goal, showcasing his ability to make an impact even in non-league games. With the new season just beginning, Díaz is expected to play a pivotal role for Bayern Munich. His first three matches of the 2026–27 season include the German Super Cup against Borussia Dortmund on August 22, followed by a Bundesliga clash against Stuttgart on August 28, and a DFB-Pokal encounter against Osnabrück on September 2. These fixtures will be critical in determining how the season unfolds for both Díaz and the rest of the squad.
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