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Leeds United Plot Shock Summer Move for Towering 6ft 5 Paraguayan Goalkeeper

May 12, 2025 RAYMOND 0

Leeds United are reportedly eyeing a summer move for 24-year-old Paraguayan goalkeeper Orlando Gill, who plays for San Lorenzo in Argentina. While the club has been linked with higher-profile targets like Sam Johnstone of Wolves and Liverpool’s Caoimhin Kelleher, Gill offers a more affordable and lesser-known option. Despite his relative obscurity, Gill has impressed in Argentina with nine clean sheets in 18 appearances, showcasing his potential.

With Illan Meslier’s inconsistency and 34-year-old Karl Darlow not seen as a long-term solution, Leeds are prioritizing a new goalkeeper. The club is expected to spend big this summer, with reports suggesting that manager Daniel Farke could have up to £150 million to strengthen the squad. While Johnstone and Kelleher would bring proven Premier League experience, Gill’s lack of exposure to top-flight football could mean a slower transition, positioning him more as a second-choice option for now.

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Leeds United are set to prioritize replacing Illan Meslier this summer, with the French goalkeeper expected to depart after six years at Elland Road. Despite making 214 appearances since joining on loan from Lorient in 2019, Meslier has struggled for form, leading to his recent drop from the starting XI under Daniel Farke. As his contract runs until June 2026, it’s widely believed that a fresh start is needed for both Meslier and the club.

With Leeds linked to several potential replacements, four English international goalkeepers have emerged as targets, including Nick Pope, Aaron Ramsdale, and Sam Johnstone. Johnstone, currently at Wolves, is being touted as a strong contender, with his Premier League experience and international caps making him a solid choice to take over as Leeds’ new number one. However, questions remain about whether he would be a significant improvement over Meslier, whose form could bounce back. If Leeds are to stay competitive in the Premier League, they may need to invest heavily in a proven goalkeeper or turn their attention to Europe for a more reliable option.