Home / Sports / Leeds Keeper Meslier Eyeing Ligue 1 Return
Leeds Keeper Meslier Eyeing Ligue 1 Return
24 May
Summary
- Illan Meslier's contract with Leeds ends in June 2026.
- Rennes identifies Meslier as a key goalkeeping target.
- Meslier lost his starting spot at Leeds in the 2024/25 season.
French Ligue 1 side Rennes has identified Leeds United goalkeeper Illan Meslier as a potential signing this summer. Meslier's contract with Leeds is set to expire at the end of June 2026, positioning him as a free transfer target.
Rennes is looking to strengthen its goalkeeping options and views Meslier's experience in English football as a significant asset. They believe a strong goalkeeper could be crucial for securing valuable points in the upcoming Ligue 1 season.
Meslier's situation at Leeds has been complex. He lost his starting place towards the end of the 2024/25 campaign, with Karl Darlow taking over. The arrival of Lucas Perri the previous summer had already shifted Meslier down the pecking order. Despite his past interest from clubs like Valencia, a move did not materialize in January.
