Lille Signs 26-Year-Old Paraguayan Goalkeeper Orlando Gill for €3.6 Million

Lille signed 26-year-old Paraguayan goalkeeper Orlando Gill from San Lorenzo for €3.6 million. Gill impressed against Turkey at the 2026 World Cup and will now compete for the starting spot with national keeper Berke Özer.

24 Aug 2026 By Ali Sezer · senior correspondent

Lille’s New Goalkeeper Signing

Lille signed 26-year-old Paraguayan goalkeeper Orlando Gill from San Lorenzo for a €3.6 million bonus fee. The contract includes a clause that gives San Lorenzo 50 % of Gill’s next transfer fee.

Orlando Gill’s World Cup Performance

Gill impressed against Turkey at the 2026 World Cup, drawing attention to his abilities. This performance has become a key point of praise for Lille’s new signing.

Competition with National Goalkeeper Berke Özer

In the new squad, Gill will compete for the starting spot with national goalkeeper Berke Özer. Özer is known as Turkey’s national goalkeeper, and Gill’s World Cup display has positioned him as a serious contender for the role.