Lucas Perri faces scrutiny after difficult start at Torino on loan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Goalkeeper Lucas Perri is under pressure following a challenging transition to Torino after joining the Italian club on loan from Leeds United in August. La Stampa reports that Perri’s confidence has suffered due to limited playing time under Daniel Farke during his previous campaign as a backup to Karl Darlow. His tenure at Torino began with a 1-0 Coppa Italia loss to Monza, marked by a late error, followed by a shaky performance in a 2-1 victory over Fiorentina. Critics attribute his recent struggles to a lack of rhythm, though others argue the goalkeeper must accept responsibility for his on-field execution. Torino holds a €16 million option to buy the player, who currently retains his position as the club's first-choice starter. The situation highlights the challenges of balancing squad stability with the need for individual player development.
- •Lucas Perri joined Torino on loan from Leeds United in August.
- •Perri made a stoppage-time error during a 1-0 Coppa Italia loss to Monza on 1 September.
- •The goalkeeper started in a 2-1 win against Fiorentina on 5 September.
- •Critics cite his limited playing time under Daniel Farke as a cause for his current form.
- •Torino retains a €16 million option to purchase the player.
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Leeds United And Farke Blamed For 28-Year-Old’s Loss Of Confidence: Are They Really Responsible?
"A report from Sport Witness, citing an analysis in La Stampa, says the 28-year-old goalkeeper Lucas Perri has endured a difficult start at Torino after leaving Leeds United on loan in August. Torino ...
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