On August 12, 2025, Levadiakos announced that they had acquired Yuri Lodygin. Lodygin is noted for his substantial experience as a goalkeeper, having had a successful career in both Greece and internationally, including playing for the Greek U21 and Russian national teams. His past clubs include Zenit Saint Petersburg, Olympiacos, Gaziantep, Arsenal Tula, PAS Giannina, and Panathinaikos, where he spent the last three years and achieved victory in the Greek Cup in 2024. Born on May 26, 1990, in Vladimir, Russia, Lodygin relocated to Greece at a young age. He started his career at Xanthi and later spent six years at Zenit, where he won a league title, a cup, and two super cups, and was recognized as the best goalkeeper in the Super League during the 2021-22 season. With 48 appearances in UEFA competitions, he is welcomed at Levadiakos with hopes for his health and numerous successes.