From what I’ve been reading pereiras main incentive was to link up with Puel again?
I do do think we need to aim higher than some of the suggested replacements for Mahrez, however, Depay is currently in better form than Mahrez, younger and playing for a top 4 side in his league. Definitely would be able to fill the void left by Mahrez though.
I personally like the look of Simone Verdi from Bologna. Has a cracking shot on him, quick feet, can pick out a pass and still very young at 25. Reckon he wouldn’t be too expensive either.