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Bologna hesitates on signing Juventus defender Juan Cabal over fitness concerns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 12:30 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Bologna hesitates on signing Juventus defender Juan Cabal over fitness concerns

Summary

Bologna has expressed doubts about signing Juan Cabal from Juventus amid concerns regarding his fitness. Cabal's limited playing time under manager Luciano Spalletti and a poor performance against Galatasaray last season have raised red flags. Initially viewed as a potential replacement for Jhon Lucumi, who joined Juventus, Bologna is now cautious about Cabal's ability to stay healthy after suffering a long-term injury. With the transfer window closing soon, Juventus may need to explore other options if Bologna decides against the move.

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Status Watch

•Bologna is in talks to sign Juan Cabal from Juventus.
•Concerns over Cabal's fitness have emerged after a long-term injury.
•Cabal struggled for playing time and performance under Luciano Spalletti.
•Jhon Lucumi's transfer to Juventus has increased Cabal's need for a move.
•The transfer window is closing, putting pressure on both clubs.

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12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Bologna now sceptical about signing Juventus defender

What they're saying

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Bologna have been in talks to sign Juan Cabal this summer as they look to replace Jhon Lucumi, who left them to join Juventus, but they now have doubts about the defender.Cabal has struggled for relev...
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