AliousSunderland Set to Raise the Stakes – €20M+ Bid Incoming as Black Cats Lead Race for Serie A Star!
Following the successful signing of Armand Laurienté from Sassuolo, Sunderland are now intensifying their pursuit of another Serie A standout—Bologna’s highly-rated centre-back Jhon Lucumí. According to *Corriere di Bologna*, the Championship play-off winners are preparing to submit an improved bid after their initial offer was turned down by Bologna.
The 25-year-old Colombian defender, also previously tracked by Bournemouth and AS Roma, is now firmly on Sunderland’s radar as they aim to bolster their defensive ranks ahead of the new Premier League campaign.
Lucumí’s current deal with Bologna runs until 2027, and while the Italian club is attempting to extend his contract, they may be forced to sell if renewal talks break down.
Bologna are reportedly open to a deal in the region of €25 million, and Sunderland’s next offer is expected to surpass €20 million—a significant show of ambition from the newly promoted club.
Despite questions over whether Lucumí would accept a move to a team not competing in European football, Sunderland appear to be in pole position, with no recent movement reported from other interested parties like Roma or Bournemouth.
With momentum building, Sunderland could be on the brink of another major Serie A coup.
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