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Illan Meslier\u2019s time at Leeds United looks all but over.<\/strong><\/p>\n The goalkeeper has fallen down the pecking order at the Yorkshire club after a string of inconsistent performances.<\/p>\n Now, the addition of Lucas Perri at Leeds<\/a> has sealed the goalkeeper\u2019s fate, with it being clear that the Brazilian will be the Peacocks number one this season.\u00a0<\/p>\n A departure is expected this summer, and now Meslier<\/a> may be a step closer to sealing an exit.\u00a0<\/p>\n It was reported earlier this week that Leeds only want around \u00a35-\u00a36million for Meslier<\/a> this summer.\u00a0<\/p>\n Therefore, many clubs may look to take a gamble on the Frenchman, hoping that he may return to form.\u00a0<\/p>\n Leicester City have been linked to Meslier<\/a> earlier this window, but now another club appears to have joined the race.<\/p>\n According to Sacha Tavolieri via X on 16 August, FC Lorient are interested in re-signing their former keeper.<\/p>\n The 25-year-old played for the newly-promoted Ligue 1 side before his move to the Peacocks, progressing through their academy and into the first team.<\/p>\n Now, Lorient have made contact with Leeds<\/a> to inquire about the possible conditions of a transfer.\u00a0<\/p>\n \ud83d\udfe1\ud83c\uddeb\ud83c\uddf7EXCL\u2013 Illan Meslier has an interest of FC Lorient!<\/p>\n \ud83d\udcc9 Dropped down the keeper pecking order at Leeds United, Frenchman could return to his boyhood club.<\/p>\n \ud83d\udfe0\ud83d\udc1fLorient have made contact with #LUFC<\/a> to inquire about the possible conditions of a transfer.<\/p>\n \u23f3Wait&See\u2026 #mercato<\/a>\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/nDkMXfptuJ<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Sacha Tavolieri (@sachatavolieri) August 16, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n View Tweet<\/p>\n Leeds are making one massive error with Meslier sale<\/strong><\/p>\n While Daniel Farke<\/a> is right to seek the sale of Meslier, only wanting to sell him for \u00a36m is a massive error.<\/p>\n Last season, the goalkeeper had similar stats to Perri<\/a>, and is younger than his Brazilian counterpart.<\/p>\n On top of this, Meslier still has significant potential and could go on to be a top player if he manages to turn his form around.\u00a0<\/p>\n Perri is only slightly better than Meslier in multiple stats <\/p>\n Realistically, Leeds should be getting a minimum of \u00a310m plus a significant sell-on fee to part with the Frenchman. <\/p>\n Hopefully, Farke realises the error of his ways and looks to get a decent fee for his former number one.\u00a0<\/p>\n Sign up for the\u00a0MOT Leeds News WhatsApp channel<\/a>\u00a0and turn on notifications to have all the latest, breaking Leeds United news sent straight to your phone.<\/p>\n Related Posts<\/p>\n ![\"Illan](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Illan-Meslier-1024x576.png\")
Meslier was eventually dropped from Leeds\u2019 starting XI last season (Credit: Imago)FC Lorient make contact for Meslier<\/strong><\/p>\n\n
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\n Stats from the 2024\/25 campaign<\/strong><\/td>\n Illan Meslier <\/strong><\/td>\n Lucas Perri<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Save percentage <\/td>\n 70.7%<\/td>\n 72.5%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Clean sheets <\/td>\n 21<\/td>\n 10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Goals prevented <\/td>\n -2.73<\/td>\n 6.05<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Passing accuracy <\/td>\n 76.9%<\/td>\n 73.7%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Goals conceded <\/td>\n 27<\/td>\n 44<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Errors leading to goals <\/td>\n 3<\/td>\n 1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n