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Daniel Farke is happy with Lucas Perri\u2019s shot-stopping ability, but wants the Brazilian to be better with the ball at his feet.<\/strong><\/p>\n Leeds beat Chelsea 3-1 at Elland Road<\/a> on Tuesday, with Farke<\/a> alleviating the pressure from his own shoulders after the win.<\/p>\n The 49ers could yet decide to sack Farke<\/a> if the Whites don\u2019t get a result against Liverpool on Saturday, as the German head coach will need all his players to be at the top of their game once again,.<\/p>\n Perri has come under fire for his goalkeeping performances<\/a>, with a few mistakes to his name already this season.<\/p>\n Tensions have been high at LS11, and Farke has told Perri<\/a> what he \u201cneeds to improve\u201d in particular.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Daniel Farke has spoken to Lucas Perri about improving his distribution<\/p>\n Leeds signed Perri from Lyon<\/a> in the summer after the goalkeeper impressed by making 45 appearances for the French outfit, playing a part in a lengthy Europa League run.<\/p>\n The Brazilian is seen as the Whites\u2019 first-choice goalkeeper, which is why Farke has stressed the heavy reliance on Perri and why he needs to improve.<\/p>\n Perri is underperforming as far as stats go, but Farke also believes that the 27-year-old can be better and has revealed what\u2019s been discussed with the goalkeeper while speaking to the media.<\/p>\n Farke said at Thursday\u2019s press conference: \u201cWhat I like about he has been involved in our clean sheets this season. There is no hiding behind the fact there are things he needs to improve.<\/p>\n \u201cMore importantly, he stops the strikes, but we\u2019ve spoken honestly about [his distribution].\u201d<\/p>\n But with Farke\u2019s latest change against Chelsea, Perri may see less of the ball anyway.<\/p>\n Leeds are starting to play more direct under Farke<\/p>\n Farke has been criticised for being too naive in the Premier League and trying to play a style that simply doesn\u2019t work against elite-level competition.<\/p>\n The German head coach has changed to a five-at-the-back formation recently, which has more of an emphasis on playing long balls and being physical.<\/p>\n This tactical change could suit Perri, as Leeds<\/a> seem to be focusing less on having the ball, which means the goalkeeper\u2019s job should be to send the ball long when he has it.<\/p>\n Playing out from the back benefited no one, certainly not Perri, and the Peacock Army could soon see the best of the \u2018keeper.<\/p>\n Enjoyed this article?<\/strong> Stay connected with all the latest Leeds United news, updates, and behind-the-scenes content by following us on our new Instagram account \u2013@motleedsnews<\/a><\/p>\n \n
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