Leeds United look set to add another top-level signing to their ranks following news of an imminent deal for Lyon goalkeeper Lucas Perri. The YEP understands Perri will fly to Germany in order to complete medical tests and finalise any paperwork before joining up with his new teammates at their pre-season training camp.
Perri’s arrival will likely take Leeds’ summer spending above the £70million mark but they are far from done, with focus now set to turn to attacking additions. Daniel Farke is known to want difference-makers at striker and left-wing, with links to some very exciting prospects in both positions.
Leeds will also look to add depth across the board but Farke’s first-choice side is really starting to take shape with three-and-a-half weeks until Everton arrive at Elland Road. Below, the YEP has attempted to draw up a dream-XI for that season-opener, should those transfer links come to fruition.
1. GK: Lucas Perri
Leeds got a deal over the line for Perri earlier this summer and he has come straight in as first-choice. A few early questions so far but the Brazilian should add plenty of experience across the campaign. | Getty Images
2. RB: Jayden Bogle
Earned another shot at the Premier League following an excellent 2024/25 campaign and looked great so far, linking up really well with whoever is ahead of him at right-wing. Test will be how he copes with the world's best wingers running at him, although one-v-one defending has improved a lot. | Manchester United via Getty Imag
3. CB: Joe Rodon
Ever-present Rodon has earned his shot at Premier League football, having rarely been given a chance at Spurs. Could easily have won Player of the Season and his skillset should translate well in the top-flight. | Manchester United via Getty Imag
4. CB: Jaka Bijol
Leeds confirmed the permanent signing of Bijol in June and he should come into the starting-XI from now onwards. Has looked a real step up on either side of the centre-back pairing and settling in nicely. A huge physical presence. | Getty Images
5. LB: Gabriel Gudmundsson
Like Bijol, the 26-year-old Sweden international is vastly experienced and entering the prime of his career. Has looked impressive so far and should only improve as he adjusts to the Premier League and his new club. | Getty Images
6. CDM: Ethan Ampadu
Has been a huge miss after that opening-weekend win over Everton due to a knee injury, proving once again how important he remains at the base of Farke's midfield. Is expected to remain one of the first names on the teamsheet once he returns. | Getty Images