Juve's center back pursuit shifts focus from Muharemovic to Lucumi

Juventus is shifting its focus in the search for a center back as negotiations for Tarik Muharemovic to return from Sassuolo have stalled. Initially, Juve was prepared to offer 30 million euros, but Sassuolo is now seeking 40 million after Muharemovic's World Cup participation. With Juve's budget constraints limiting their offer to 15 million, Leeds has reportedly stepped in with a proposal ready to meet Sassuolo’s demands. This has left Juve to consider Jhon Lucumi, who has a 28 million release clause, while interest in him continues from several clubs including Inter and Roma, following Colombia's exit from the World Cup. A decision on Lucumi's future is expected soon, as his situation becomes more pressing.

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