Leeds sign defender Bijol from Udinese

Leeds United has officially signed Slovenian defender Jaka Bijol from Udinese for an undisclosed fee, reportedly around £15 million. The 26-year-old centre-back has committed to a five-year contract, keeping him at the club until 2030. Bijol is Leeds' second signing of the summer, following the arrival of German striker Lukas Nmecha. He has made 63 appearances for Slovenia and played a significant role in Euro 2024, where Slovenia held England to a goalless draw before being eliminated by Portugal in penalties. Leeds expressed excitement about welcoming Bijol to Elland Road, especially with interest from multiple clubs.

Leeds have confirmed the signing of Slovenia defender Jaka Bijol from Udinese for an undisclosed fee, understood to be £15m. The 26-year-old centre-back has signed a five-year contract and is Leeds' second summer signing since returning to the Premier League following the arrival of German striker Lukas Nmecha. A Leeds statement said: "Leeds United are delighted to announce Jaka Bijol has joined the club from Italian side Udinese, for an undisclosed fee. "The towering central defender has put pen to paper on a five-year deal, committing his future at Elland Road until 2030." Leeds added: "With a number of clubs vying for his signature, we now welcome our second signing of the summer to West Yorkshire and we all now look forward to seeing Jaka play at Elland Road." Also See: Transfer Centre LIVE on your phone! Papers - latest headlines Premier League ins and outs Download the Sky Sports App Bijol has made 63 appearances for Slovenia and played a key role at Euro 2024, where they held England to a goalless draw in the group stage before losing on penalties to Portugal in the last 16. AccaFreeze lets you lock in one winning leg of your football acca, so a late goal won't ruin your bet!

Leeds have confirmed the signing of Slovenia defender Jaka Bijol from Udinese for an undisclosed fee, understood to be £15m.

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