Leeds United: Lucas Perri moves closer to summer exit as potential replacement found
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(Credit: Imago) Leeds United: Lucas Perri moves closer to summer exit as potential replacement found Fri 17 April 2026 15:00, UK Leeds United goalkeeper Lucas Perri is surely set to leave the club this summer as Brighton keeper Carl Rushworth is linked with a move to Elland Road.Daniel Farke has had to contend with more issues between the sticks this season despite Perri’s arrival from Lyon last summer.The Brazilian has failed to nail down a spot as the Whites’ number one and is now playing second fiddle to Karl Darlow, much like Illan Meslier in the Championship last term.Darlow is set to sign a new contract before his current deal expires in the summer, and the Whites are now targeting a move for Brighton stopper Rushworth amid his impressive form at Coventry City.It remains to be seen whether Rushworth is part of Leeds’ transfer plans, but genuine interest in his signature shows that Perri is surely nearing the end of an ill-fated spell at Elland Road. 🔄 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 Leeds must be planning to sell Lucas Perri after Carl Rushworth and Karl Darlow developmentsBrighton loanee Rushworth has been an imperative part of Coventry’s Championship title charge so far this term, with starts in all of their league games up to now.He has furthered his reputation as one of the best stoppers in the EFL while at the CBS Arena, with sources revealing to Football Insider that Leeds are scouting Rushworth ahead of the summer.Appearances (Championship goalkeeper rank)42 (1st=)Goals conceded per 901 (1st=)Clean sheets16 (1st)Save percentage73.6% (3rd)xG prevented7.92 (1st)Accurate passes per 9024.4 (4th=)Chances created6 (1st)Assists1 (1st=)Rushworth’s 2025-26 Championship statisticsThe 24-year-old is facing an uncertain future at Brighton, with Bart Verbruggen set to remain as Fabian Hurzeler’s first choice stopper next term unless he is poached by a bigger club.Leeds could offer him consistent first-team football, and he would not be moving to Elland Road to play second fiddle to Darlow, like those before him.Darlow is set to sign a new contract, as revealed by Football Insider last week, and so Perri is surely on his way out this summer.His last league appearance came against Newcastle on 7 January, as Leeds lost 4-3, and all signs point to Farke already losing faith in him as a regular top flight keeper.Rushworth is open to leaving Brighton this summerLeeds’ chances of signing Rushworth to be their new number one have undoubtedly been bolstered by his recent comments around his future at Brighton.Speaking to BBC Sport last month, the Seagulls stopper admitted that he may have to seek a move away from the Amex Stadium this summer to further his career.He said: “I understand football is never easy and simple.
If it’s at Brighton, so be it. But if it’s away from Brighton I’m happy to weigh up the option.“I’m trying to focus on the here and now, but it’s definitely a conversation to have.
“I want to have an established career and I want to get there as quick as I can. I do think I’m ready and I just need the opportunity and I want to take it.”Leeds will surely fancy their chances of outbidding Coventry for his signature this summer, with his potential arrival surely set to end Perri’s time at the club. 🚨 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.