Report: Leeds United star ‘frustrated’ as summer exit edges closer
Leeds United’s Brazilian goalkeeper Lucas Perri is reportedly growing increasingly frustrated with his bit-part role at Elland Road, with journalist Jorge Nicola suggesting a summer exit is now firmly on the agenda.
The 28-year-old arrived from Lyon last summer for €16 million with the expectation of being Daniel Farke’s undisputed number one.
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However, after a “terrible fall from grace” that saw him lose his Premier League starting spot following a string of high-profile mistakes, Perri now finds himself effectively demoted to a cup specialist.
Brazilian clubs eyeing Lucas Perri
The lack of league minutes has significant ramifications for Perri’s international ambitions. Despite being in the Brazil national team picture previously, the goalkeeper has failed to make a squad under Carlo Ancelotti for 12 months.
With the 2026 World Cup fast approaching, sitting on the bench in West Yorkshire is viewed as a vulnerable position.
As per the journalist, Perri’s camp is viewing a return to Brazil positively, believing that regular football in his home country would provide the platform needed to rebuild his momentum and catch Ancelotti’s eye.
Several Brazilian clubs are understood to be monitoring the situation, ready to offer the shot-stopper the leading role he craves.
Lucas Perri’s FA Cup heroics
While Perri’s league status remains precarious, having been replaced by the resurgent Karl Darlow, who has cemented his place with back-to-back clean sheets against Crystal Palace and Brentford, the Brazilian has remained a standout performer in knockout football.
Just this past Sunday, Perri was the undisputed hero as Leeds United reached the FA Cup semi-finals for the first time since 1987.
After a 2-2 draw with West Ham, Perri saved two penalties in the shootout to secure a 4-2 win.
Despite these heroics, and a looming Wembley date against Chelsea, the reality remains that Perri has started just two matches since being dropped from the league XI.
With Daniel Farke seemingly settled on Darlow’s authoritative presence for the Premier League run-in, Perri’s “outstanding” cup form may serve as a perfect audition for a transfer away from the club this summer.
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