According to Il Resto del Carlino, Bologna's Jhon Lucumi is considered a less expensive option by FC Barcelona. The defender is also followed by English and Turkish clubs. He has only one year left on his contract, which allows for a transfer at a lower price. Two FC Barcelona emissaries observed Jhon Lucumi in April 2025, and informal contacts have taken place with his representatives.

Jhon Lucumí of Bologna is presented as a less expensive option for Barcelona and is available for approximately 25 million euros, a price that would be more manageable for the club's finances. Lucumí is regarded as an alternative if Barcelona is unable to secure a deal for Bastoni.

Barcelona is showing interest in signing Jhon Lucumi. Bologna aims to exceed 20 million euros from his sale, hoping to leverage interest from multiple clubs, including a rejected 15 million euro bid from Bournemouth in the Premier League. With Lucumi's contract expiring in 2026, Bologna is keen on making a decision this summer to avoid losing him for free in the future.