SpotlightFootball ItaliaUnverified source· 3 Sept 2026
Lucumi: Cuadrado told me I had to join Juventus
New Juventus defender Jhon Lucumi reveals Juan Cuadrado's advice convinced him to make the move.
J. Lucumí
player
Club
Juventus
Position
Centre-back
Previous club
Bologna
Debut
Against Parma
Next match
vs Milan at Allianz Stadium
What happened. Jhon Lucumi has joined Juventus from Bologna and credited compatriot Juan Cuadrado with persuading him to make the move.
- Lucumi spoke to Cuadrado, who praised Juventus and said he had to experience it.
- Lucumi described coach Luciano Spalletti as demanding and always wanting to win.
- Juventus have won both opening fixtures and host Milan on Sunday.
“He told me I had to come here. That I had to live this experience.”
— Jhon Lucumi
Lucumi aims to make his mark at Juventus, with a big test against Milan upcoming.
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