Newcastle United have reportedly initiated contacts over a possible move for 27-year-old Brazilian goalkeeper Lucas Perri in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by Brazilian outlet O Tempo, Lucas Perri is the subject of interest from Newcastle United. The Magpies are scouring the market for a goalkeeper heading into the summer transfer window and have set their sights on the Lyon shot-stopper. Meanwhile, the beleaguered Ligue 1 club will demand around €20-30 million to part ways with the Brazilian ace.
Lucas Perri and his Lyon lore
Lucas Perri has established himself as one of the best goalkeepers in Ligue 1 since joining Lyon from Botafogo in a deal worth around €3.25 million in January 2024. The South American shot-stopper has come leaps and bounds in the last 15 months, and he has been among the bright spots during a chaotic period for Les Gones.
The 27-year-old goalkeeper has turned out nearly 50 times thus far for Lyon while keeping 12 clean sheets and conceding 48 goals. Meanwhile, Perri’s progress at the Ligue 1 club has helped him earn a call-up to his national side, although he has yet to make his senior bow for Brazil.
In addition, the Brazilian goalkeeper’s exploits for Lyon have piqued the attention of several well-known clubs across Europe. The Premier League might be Perri’s next destination, with Newcastle United among the prospective suitors vying for his signature.
Premier League adventure beckoning?
Newcastle United’s interest in Lucas Perri is understandable. The Magpies are scouring the market for a goalkeeper heading into the summer transfer window amid Nick Pope’s persistent fitness issues. In addition, Martin Dubravka will likely depart from St. James’ Park after the 2024/25 season ends.
In addition, Odysseas Vlachodimos will unlikely become the first-choice goalkeeper for Newcastle United. So, several candidates, including James Trafford, have emerged on the Tyneside outfit’s radar. However, with Manchester United also keen on signing Trafford, Perri is a viable alternative to the Englishman, with Newcastle United initiating contacts over a possible summer move.
The Brazilian shot-stopper will not cost a bomb, with Lyon valuing him at around €20-30 million. Meanwhile, Botafogo will recoup 50 per cent from Perri’s departure. So, it will be interesting to see if the 27-year-old joins Newcastle United in a deal worth €20-30 million.
