Leeds United are delighted to confirm the signing of Brazilian goalkeeper Lucas Perri, who joins from French Ligue 1 side Lyon subject to a work permit and international clearance. The 27-year-old

Leeds have made their seventh summer signing by bringing in Brazilian goalkeeper Lucas Perri from Lyon for an initial €16m (£13.9m). The fee, which could rise by a further €2m in add-ons, takes Leeds’ summer spending to around £75m as they bolster their squad in a bid to stay in the Premier League.

Leeds United have completed the signing of goalkeeper Lucas Perri from Lyon. The two clubs agreed a fee of £13.9million ($18.7m) plus £1.7m in add-ons for the Brazilian. The Athletic reported on Thursday that Leeds were closing in on signing the 6ft 5in goalkeeper, and that he was set to fly to the squad’s Germany training camp from Lyon.