Jaka Bijol Transfer from Udinese to Leeds United
Jaka Bijol has transferred from Udinese to Leeds for a fee of 23 million. This move has left Udinese searching for a new defensive leader.
Tuttomercato reports on the official signing of Jaka Bijol by Leeds United. Jaka Bijol has signed a contract with Leeds United valid until June 30, 2030. The transfer was closed with an offer of 22 million euros, including bonuses. Approximately 10% of the fee will go to CSKA Moscow, the club that sold Bijol to Udinese in 2022 for four million euros. The transfer is part of Leeds United's ambitious project after earning 100 points in the last Championship season.
Team Talk reports on Jaka Bijol's anticipated transfer to Leeds United. Jaka Bijol, a central defender from Udinese, is undergoing a medical examination in West Yorkshire ahead of a €22m move to Leeds United. Leeds has agreed to pay the fee to avoid competition from AC Milan and Newcastle. Personal terms have already been agreed upon, and a three-year deal for the 26-year-old is expected to be signed shortly.
Leeds United are expected to complete the signing of Jaka Bijol from Udinese. After a late hijack attempt from Newcastle was seen off, Leeds have agreed on personal terms with Bijol and met Udinese’s asking price. The Slovenian international is due to fly to Elland Road for medical checks. The transfer fee agreed is €22m, including add-ons. Romano confirmed the imminent signing on X, stating that the club-to-club deal is done.
Tuttomercato reports on Jaka Bijol's imminent transfer to Leeds United. Jaka Bijol is set to join Leeds United, a newly promoted club in the Premier League. The deal was closed with an offer slightly over 22 million euros, including bonuses. Around 20 million euros will go to Udinese, while 2-3 million euros will be paid to CSKA Moscow, which retained a 10% future resale clause after selling Bijol to Udinese in 2022 for four million euros. Bijol had expressed his desire to leave, and the Premier League represents a new opportunity for him.
According to CalcioMercato, Leeds United has finalized a deal to acquire Jaka Bijol from Udinese, with the transfer valued at 22 million euros, including additional bonuses and commissions. The Slovenian defender is expected to undergo medical examinations, a prerequisite before he can sign the contract and the English club can make an official announcement. Bijol reportedly expressed his eagerness to move to England and has agreed to a four-year contract with Leeds, which will be valid until 2029. Leeds' final offer successfully secured the transfer, allowing them to outmaneuver potential interest from Inter and Milan.
Tuttomercato has indicated that Leeds United is eager to sign Jaka Bijol in order to strengthen their defense. The club has prioritized Bijol as their top choice for defensive reinforcements and has already submitted an initial offer to Udinese, which was turned down. The Slovenian defender has shown a desire to leave and is said to have committed to joining the English club in a summer transfer. The terms between Bijol and Leeds are reportedly finalized, including a four-year contract that would run until 2029. However, despite the player's agreement with Leeds, negotiations with Udinese continue to be challenging due to significant differences in the clubs' valuation of the player.
Team Talk reports that Leeds United are closing in on finalizing personal terms with Jaka Bijol.
Leeds United is said to have reached an agreement with Jaka Bijol on personal terms. Initially, Leeds valued Bijol at approximately €16–17 million (£14–15m), but Udinese remains steadfast in their demands, aiming for closer to €20–25 million, with a general consensus around €20 million (£17m). Despite other Serie A clubs showing interest, Bijol has reportedly decided to join Leeds United, contingent upon the clubs agreeing on the transfer fee. Leeds views Bijol as a crucial addition to bolster their defense in the Premier League. Bijol is recognized for his aerial prowess and his ability to play out from the back, which aligns well with Farke's style of play.
Leeds United has made an offer of €15 million to Udinese for the 26-year-old defender Jaka Bijol. Italian team Udinese has requested €20 million for the transfer of the Slovenian player. Former club CSKA Moscow will receive 10% of the potential sale. Bijol was with CSKA Moscow from 2018 to 2022 before transferring to Udinese. His current contract with Udinese is valid until summer 2027. According to Transfermarkt, the player's market value is €18 million.
CalcioMercato reports on the ongoing negotiations between Jaka Bijol and Leeds United. Jaka Bijol, the Slovenian central defender born in 1999, is in negotiations with Leeds United. Leeds has already made an initial offer which was rejected by Udinese. The two clubs remain in contact as they seek to reach an agreement.
Leeds United are targeting Udinese defender Jaka Bijol. However, securing a deal will be challenging as Inter Milan, AC Milan, and Juventus are also interested. Leeds' interest in central defenders is understandable, especially after Austria defender Max Wober confirmed that Leeds plans to sell him this summer, further emphasizing the need for defensive reinforcements. Bijol, a Slovenian centre-back, is among the six players Leeds have been linked with as part of their summer transfer strategy.
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