Everything we know about Jaka Bijol’s Leeds United contract amid latest exit links
Jaka Bijol could be on his way out of Leeds United in the summer.
The 27-year-old only signed for Leeds at the start of the current season, but has gone on to be a brilliant asset under Daniel Farke.
He featured off the bench against Aston Villa and can be pleased with his own performance, despite conceding a late equaliser to Tammy Abraham.
The Slovenia international’s performances haven’t gone unnoticed as he continues to catch the eye in the Premier League.
That could see Bijol depart Elland Road in the coming months, with MOT Leeds News now rounding up everything we know about his contract situation.
Liverpool interested in signing Jaka Bijol
The centre-back has become an integral part of the Whites’ backline this campaign since his move from Udinese in the summer.
He has only become more important in LS11 with the change in formation to a 3-5-2 at halftime against Manchester City in late November.
That hasn’t gone unnoticed, with Bijol now emerging as a potential target for Liverpool, moving closer to the upcoming transfer window.
It was reported on Sunday that the Reds have identified the Slovenian as a potential replacement option for Ibrahima Konate.
The Frenchman could leave Anfield in the summer, with an experienced replacement desired by Arne Slot’s side.
The Leeds defender would fit that bill, which could prompt a bid when the window opens at the end of the current campaign.
What is Bijol’s contract situation at Leeds United?
Bijol only signed for Leeds in the summer and put pen to paper on a five-year deal at Elland Road that won’t expire until 30 June 2030.
He is currently on a reported weekly wage of £45,000 in LS11, totalling to a yearly salary in the region of £2.34million.
That ranks him within the top 10 highest-paid players at Leeds right now, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Sean Longstaff topping the tree.
Leeds United highest earners:
- Dominic Calvert-Lewin – £100,000 per week
- Sean Longstaff – £80,000 per week
- Daniel James – £75,000 per week
- Noah Okafor – £72,500 per week
- Lucas Perri – £50,000 per week
Liverpool would easily be able to offer the Slovenian a higher wage, something that Leeds may be reluctant to do after just one season in Yorkshire.
It will certainly make for an interesting summer window, likely to be dictated by Konate and his future on Merseyside.
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