Leeds United: Lucas Perri exit looks inevitable as bid submitted
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(Credit: Imago) Tue 28 April 2026 16:30, UK Leeds United are clearly planning to replace Lucas Perri this summer as reports emerge of their interest in Shakhtar Donetsk goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk. Perri has failed to nail down a spot as the Whites’ number one and is now playing second fiddle to Karl Darlow following his arrival from Lyon last summer.He has been linked with a move away over the last few months, despite playing a key role in their run to the FA Cup semi-final.Darlow is set to sign a new contract before his current deal expires in the summer, and the Whites have now reportedly made an approach to sign Riznyk ahead of the summer.It is clear that acquiring a new goalkeeper to compete with Darlow is in Leeds’ transfer plans, with Perri surely now set for the Elland Road exit door. 🔄 Leeds United Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Elland Road boardroom.
VISIT THE LEEDS TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Lucas Perri has no future at Leeds as bid sent for new keeperLeeds can start planning for life in the Premier League next season, as they sit six points ahead of 18th-placed Tottenham in 15th with just four games left to play.A new report from Ukrainian outlet Football 24 claims that Shakhtar Donetsk have received a €10million (£8.6m) bid from Leeds for 27-year-old Riznyk.SeasonAppearancesGoals concededClean sheets2025-263726212024-253635152023-24394017Riznyk’s season-by-season stats at Shakhtar (all competitions)The situation is being monitored as it stands, with the claims stating that Shakhtar are yet to respond to the offer as they weigh up their options.Leeds are clearly serious about signing Riznyk, if the report of them submitting an opening bid for his services are to be believed.He certainly seems like the kind of stopper that the Whites should be after, standing at six-foot-three-inches and with a save percentage of 73.7 per cent in the Ukrainian Premier League this season.The 27-year-old also has experience playing in all three UEFA club competitions with Shakhtar, as well as three caps for his country.Perri has been limited to solely making cup appearances for Leeds since the turn of the year, and he will not have the chance to become a club hero by helping them win the FA Cup this season.Given those struggles for game time, and since Football Insider have revealed that Darlow is set to sign a new contract, the Brazilian’s exit seems pretty inevitable in the months to come.Which other keepers have Leeds been linked to?Riznyk is, of course, not the only goalkeeper that Leeds are reportedly eyeing to bolster Daniel Farke’s options between the sticks.Sources have revealed to Football Insider that Leeds are scouting Carl Rushworth ahead of the summer as he impresses on loan at Championship winners Coventry from Brighton.Middlesbrough stopper Sol Brynn has also been linked to Elland Road after a strong season as their number one at the top of the second tier.They are also reportedly interested in Man City’s James Trafford, but face strong competition to sign him from the likes of Aston Villa, Newcastle and Tottenham. 🚨 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Leeds United Insider Access Get the full story from Elland Road and Thorp Arch with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of West Yorkshire.