Barcelona eye Colombian international as potential alternative to top defensive target
It is no secret that Barcelona are on the hunt for a new centre-back, with Alessandro Bastoni emerging as the top pick.The Inter Milan defender is regarded highly in the Barcelona camp due to his ball...
Barcelona eye Colombian international as potential alternative to top defensive target It is no secret that Barcelona are on the hunt for a new centre-back, with Alessandro Bastoni emerging as the top pick. The Inter Milan defender is regarded highly in the Barcelona camp due to his ball-playing qualities. But securing his services could be expensive , with Inter not too keen on offloading their star player.
While Barcelona remain keen on acquiring Bastoni’s services, they won’t sign him at any price. That is why sporting director Deco has already eyed a few alternatives in the market, including Jhon Lucumi. Barcelona interested in Lucumi According to Diario SPORT , Barcelona have identified Bologna defender Lucumi as a potential cost-effective alternative for Bastoni.
A left-footed centre-back by trade, Lucumi fits the profile Barcelona are looking for. A technically adept and physically strong centre-back who can operate alongside Pau Cubarsi. At 27, Lucumi is not young per se.
But he is currently at the peak of his powers and has ample experience of the Italian top-flight, having featured in almost 150 competitive matches for Bologna. Barcelona are looking at Lucumi quite favourably. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images) The most enticing factor about Lucumi is his valuation, with the defender being rated at around €25 million.