Lucas Perri Joins Leeds United From Lyon: Goalkeeper's Dream Move Realised

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Lucas Perri has expressed his delight after joining Leeds United from Lyon, describing the move as a dream come true. The goalkeeper has signed a four-year contract with Leeds, who reportedly paid Lyon €18 million for his transfer. Perri, who played in 45 matches across all competitions last season, is the club's seventh signing in this transfer window.

The 27-year-old Brazilian will compete with Illan Meslier and Karl Darlow for the starting goalkeeper position under manager Daniel Farke. Leeds United is preparing for its return to the Premier League, and Perri's arrival adds depth to their squad. He joins other new signings like Sean Longstaff, Lukas Nmecha, and Jaka Bijol at Elland Road.

Perri shared his excitement about the move, saying it was an incredible moment when he realised the interest from Leeds was genuine. "It is incredible. It is a dream come true," he said. "When I first heard that the interest could get something serious and actually happen, I started to look for videos of the stadium, the atmosphere, the games, the highlights of the plays and the matches."

He further expressed his happiness about joining Leeds United: "It was a really exciting moment for me. I was really, really glad that the club showed interest. It was incredible. To sign here I am very, very happy." His enthusiasm reflects his eagerness to contribute to Leeds' success in their upcoming Premier League campaign.

With Perri's addition to their roster, Leeds United aims to strengthen their squad as they gear up for competitive challenges in England's top football league. The club hopes that Perri's skills and experience will be valuable assets in their quest for success this season.