Leeds United Welcomes Lucas Perri

Leeds United has officially announced the signing of Brazilian goalkeeper Lucas Perri from Lyon, marking their seventh acquisition this summer. The 27-year-old, who has signed a four-year contract, expressed his excitement about joining the Premier League club.

Perri's Journey to Leeds

Perri, who stands at an impressive 6ft 5in, began his career at Sao Paulo before moving to Botafogo and then to Lyon. Last season, he played 45 matches across all competitions for Lyon, keeping 13 clean sheets and helping the team secure a sixth-place finish in Ligue 1, which qualified them for European football.

A Dream Come True

"It is incredible. It is a dream come true," Perri 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. 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."

Leeds' Summer Signings

Leeds United has been active in the transfer market this summer, with Perri joining a list of new signings that includes midfielder Sean Longstaff from Newcastle, left-back Gabriel Gudmundsson from Lille, centre-back Jaka Bijol from Udinese, and centre-back Sebastiaan Bornauw and forward Lukas Nmecha, both from Wolfsburg.

Looking Ahead

With Perri's addition, Leeds United aims to bolster their defense and improve their performance in the upcoming Premier League season. Fans are eager to see how the new signings will integrate into the team and contribute to their success.