Although there aren’t expected to be any Leeds United signings confirmed until June is over, one might just squeeze over the line.
The 49ers are hoping to produce a masterclass in this summer’s window with the Premier League in sight.
Paraag Marathe plans to spend ‘every last penny’ with PSR restrictions minimal for Leeds.
This doesn’t mean the ownership can get too carried away though, as despite £150m potentially available, this seems far from the truth.
However, something that isn’t far from the truth is that one player is on the verge of agreeing to the first deal of an exciting window.
Jaka Bijol gives word to Leeds United as 49ers expect £15m deal
The main man who is expected to complete a move to Leeds in the coming weeks is Udinese’s Jaka Bijol.
Leeds have been strong on signing Bijol for the past week, and this is bound to become a reality for Daniel Farke.
The centre-back dreams of a Premier League move, and the Whites seem to be the perfect landing spot despite interest from both Inter and AC Milan.
In recent days, Leeds have had a bid rejected for Bijol, and even though the figure is unknown, Bijol’s asking price is £18-19m, so it’s expected to be in this vicinity.
Well, in an exciting update, chief transfer correspondent Graeme Bailey has revealed to LeedsUnited.News that the 49ers are set to land the Slovenian for even cheaper, with his feelings clear.
“Told that talks are ongoing…we expect a deal worth £15million to be agreed,” Bailey said.
“The player has made it clear he wants move.”
Leeds look set to have an unstoppable duo in defence
Finally, after two dismal transfer windows, the 49ers are acting quickly and efficiently.
If the £15m fee is to come to fruition, this would be an incredible piece of business as the 26-year-old has been highly impressive over in Italy.
Bijol has been called ‘brilliant’ as the Slovenian makes for assured cover in defence, and alongside Joe Rodon next season, the 49ers have found the recipe to success.
| Bijol in 24/25 league season | Rodon in 24/25 league season | |
| Games played | 34 | 46 |
| Tackles won % | 58.1% | 59.5% |
| Aerial duels won | 110 | 122 |
| Aerial duels won per 90 | 3.34 | 2.65 |
| Duels won % | 57% | 62.6% |
| Pass accuracy % | 83.8% | 92.4% |
Two hard-hitting defenders are exactly what the Whites need to stay in the Premier League, as physicality will be the issue Farke wants solved.
The likelihood is that Bijol will soon don the white of Leeds, as the next few weeks could be very telling for his future.
