Third-Choice Leeds Keeper Lucas Perri Spotted in Italy Ahead of Torino Move
Leeds United goalkeeper Lucas Perri is pushing closer to an Elland Road exit after traveling to Italy to negotiate a potential move to Serie A side Torino. The player was spotted in Pavone Canavase in the Turin area on Friday, August 21, as discussions between the parties advanced.
The Brazilian goalkeeper is actively looking to restart his career after seeing his immediate first-team prospects in England disappear.
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clubTorino are leading the race to sign the goalkeeper, with the Italian club now working to finalize a deal with Leeds United.
How Lucas Perri Fits Torino’s Search for a New Starter
Perri brings direct shot-stopping capability and physical presence between the posts for a club looking to secure established options in goal. A move to Serie A offers the goalkeeper a realistic opportunity to start games each week rather than sitting on the bench.
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playerJames Trafford and Michael Zetterer Reshape Leeds Goalkeeping Corps
The arrival of James Trafford from Manchester City installed the England youth international directly into the starting spot at Elland Road. With Leeds also closing in on Eintracht Frankfurt keeper Michael Zetterer to act as secondary cover, Perri faces third-choice status if he remains in Yorkshire.
Torino Work to Finalise Deal for Leeds United Goalkeeper
Torino are in direct contact with Leeds United to complete the transfer and clear the goalkeeper’s path to regular playing time in Serie A. Gazzetta dello Sport.