Jaka Bijol - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Available off bench Bijol (hamstring) is on the bench for Friday's game against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Bijol returned to training earlier in the week, and the medical staff has deemed him healthy enough to make the bench. Eventually, Bijol should return to the lineup and slot at center-back, presumably over James Justin.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Bijol (hamstring) returned to team training Wednesday and will need to be re-evaluated to see how his body reacts, said coach Daniel Farke in the press conference. "Jaka, since tod...

Impact Bijol returned to team training Wednesday after missing the last three matches with a hamstring injury. He will be re-evaluated to see how his body reacts in order to determine when he will be available again. The defender is an important presence at the back, having started each of the nine matches prior to his injury.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hopes to return after Forest game Bijol (hamstring) is eyeing a potential return after their match against Nottingham Forest on Feb. 6, according to manager Daniel Farke. "Jaka will definitely also miss the Arsena...

Impact Bijol is still not an option, but has received some positive news, as the defender is progressing in rehabilitation. This leaves the defender eyeing a return after their Nottingham Forest match on Feb. 6, potentially an option to face Chelsea on Feb. 10. This would mean a return of a starting defender, something the club will hope comes sooner rather than later.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Facing decent absence Bijol (hamstring) is out for the next three to five weeks due to his injury, but is planning to train in the next two to three weeks, according to manager Daniel Farke, per Kyle Ne...

Impact Bijol was dealt a hamstring injury over the weekend and has finally received his timeline, as the defender is out for the next three to five weeks as he heals. Luckily, it appears he is already on the mend, with a plan to train in around two weeks. The hope will be that he can return by the end of February, potentially missing less time than expected, depending on his training.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hamstring sprain Bijol is dealing with a hamstring sprain and is likely to miss some time to recover, according to Isaac Johnson from Leeds Live.

Impact Bijol is not available for Saturday's clash against the Spurs after suffering a hamstring sprain that will likely require some time to heal. This is a massive blow for Leeds United since he is an undisputed starter in the backline when fit and his absence forces a change, with Jayden Bogle expected to get a larger role in defense until he returns.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Season high four interceptions Bijol had one tackle (zero won), eight clearances and four interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Manchester United.

Impact Bijol played a strong defensive game, leading the team with eight clearances and a season-high four interceptions, while also contributing two blocks and one tackle. Over his last seven games, the defender has recorded nine tackles with at least one in each match except one, 12 interceptions with at least one in every game but one and 41 clearances with a minimum of three in each outing.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Records first league assist Bijol assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 win versus Crystal Palace.

Impact Bijol recorded his first assist of the season from just his second chance created after eight appearances, flicking on a long throw to set up Dominic Calvert-Lewin for his second goal. Defensively, he added one tackle, two interceptions and four clearances, bringing his totals to 12 tackles, nine interceptions and 39 clearances.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores header against Chelsea Bijol scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 3-1 win versus Chelsea.

Impact Bijol opened the scoring against Chelsea on Wednesday with a powerful header from an Anton Stach corner, marking his first goal since joining from Udinese this summer. He also delivered a strong defensive performance, recording nine clearances and a season-high three tackles after coming off the bench in his previous two matches. The center-back has totaled 27 clearances and eight tackles in five appearances this season.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available once more Bijol is available for Saturday's trip to Arsenal after serving a one-match ban.

Impact Bijol was suspended due to a ban that carried over from Serie A and served that during a 1-0 win over Everton. The defender should compete for a starting job when he's fully fit, likely sending Pascal Struijk to the bench. Bijol made 34 starts as a key part of Udinese's backline last season.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for opener Bijol will have his suspension from the season finale with Udinese carry over from last season, and is suspended for the season opener against Everton on August 18, according to Ky...

Impact Bijol has received some unfortunate news this week, as he will now spend the season opener sidelined due to a suspension. He saw two yellow cards in his season finale in Serie A last campaign and will now have to carry out the ban in the Premier League after his transfer, leaving him unavailable to face Everton. He is expected to be a starter, so this will force a change while he misses time, with Pascal Struijk as a likely replacement in the middle of the defense. He should then return and be an option when facing Arsenal on August 23.

JULY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leeds United new boy Jaka Bijol on the Premier League, a busy summer, and the Tour de France Leeds United's latest defensive recruit tells The Athletic why his love of cycling sometimes leaves team-mates perplexed

JULY 22, 2025 • NYTIMES.COM

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JUNE 23, 2025 • BBC.CO.UK

Signs with Leeds Bijol has completed a transfer to Leeds from Udinese, according to his new club.

Impact Bijol is seeing a change of scenery this offseason as he departs Italy for England, having signed a deal with Leeds until 2030. This is a great signing for the club as he is a quality defender who has experience, starting in all 34 of his appearances last season while also playing in Euro 2024. He should work into a decent role with the club and will be expected to earn solid time on the field in his first season, likely working into a starting role.

JUNE 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Booked twice in season finale Bijol won two duels and had one cross (one accurate) and three clearances in 39 minutes before being sent off in Sunday's game versus Fiorentina.

Impact Bijol got a little overzealous twice and was expelled before the interval, ending his season with 43 tackles, 38 interceptions, 185 clearances and 18 blocks in 34 matches, helping keep eight clean sheets. He'll miss next year's opener. He recently stated that he expected to transfer to a bigger team in the summer.

MAY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Sunday Bijol (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Fiorentina.

Impact Bijol has returned to the team sheet for the club's season finale, immediately seeing a spot in the starting XI. This is good news for both the club and player, as he is a regular starter when fit, starting in all 35 of his appearances.

MAY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Should be back against Fiorentina Bijol (undisclosed) "is feeling better and practiced, so I'm hopeful he'll play Sunday," coach Kosta Runjanic announced.

Impact Bijol is probable after sitting out the previous tilt with an ailment and should slot back into the XI, replacing Thomas Kristensen, who's suspended, with Christian Kabasele getting another start. Lautaro Giannetti is also an option in the role. He has logged five tackles (all won), five interceptions, 32 clearances and one block in his past five appearances, with no clean sheets.

MAY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Juventus tilt Bijol won't be available Sunday against Juventus due to a small muscular injury, coach Kosta Runjaic relayed.

Impact Bijol left the previous game at halftime because of a physical problem and will be re-evaluated next week. Udinese will either turn to Christian Kabasele or Lautaro Giannetti or switch the scheme and utilize one fewer defender.

MAY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles against Cagliari Bijol had three tackles (three won), seven clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-1 win over Cagliari.

Impact Bijol was commanding in the back, although his side gave up one goal, partially ruining his performance. He has tallied six or more clearances in six straight appearances, totaling 48, and posting seven tackles (five won), six interceptions and three blocks, with no clean sheets.

MAY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will return versus Cagliari Bijol cleared a one-game suspension in Monday's 0-0 draw with Bologna.

Impact Bijol will replace either Christian Kabasele or Thomas Kristensen in the back against Cagliari on Saturday. He has registered six or more clearances in his last five appearances, totaling 41 and adding four tackles (three won), five interceptions and three blocks, but with no clean sheets.

APRIL 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out Bologna game Bijol had seven clearances, one chance and one interception and picked up his fifth yellow card in Wednesday's 2-0 defeat against Torino.

Impact Bijol put up his usual numbers, but the Udinese defense wasn't great for the third game in a row. He'll be unavailable versus Bologna on Monday due to yellow-card accumulation. Thomas Kristensne, Lautaro Giannetti and Christian Kabasele are the next men at the position.

APRIL 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Flounders in Milan game Bijol had two tackles (two won), one block and six clearances and was booked in Friday's 4-0 defeat against AC Milan.

Impact Bijol piled up stats since the Udinese rearguard was under a lot of pressure throughout the game but had an uncharacteristically poor showing. He has notched five tackles (three won), four interceptions, 36 clearances and four blocks in the last five fixtures, with no clean sheets.

APRIL 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs double-digit clearances in loss Bijol made 11 clearances and two interceptions during Friday's 1-0 loss against Genoa.

Impact Bijon had another rock-solid performance at the heart of the defense for Udinese, with his fifth game with double-digit clearances of the season and the first since the calendar flipped to 2025. With 158 clearances over 29 league starts, the center-back is third among all Serie A players in the category.

APRIL 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs eight clearances in Inter game Bijol had one tackle (zero won), one key pass, one block and eight clearances in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Inter Milan.

Impact Bijol had a decent performance and put up his usual numbers despite the tough match-up and the fact that his club gave up two goals. He has logged eight tackles (four won), four interceptions, 34 clearances and five blocks in the last five contests, contributing to two clean sheets.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Big defensive display in defeat Bijol recorded one tackle (one won), nine clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Verona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute.

Impact Bijol had an impressive defensive display, having made nine clearances, one block, made two interceptions and won his only tackle of the match. He did, however, concede four fouls and conceded a yellow card.

MARCH 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Stalwart defensive performance Bijol recorded four tackles (three won), nine clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Parma.

Impact Bijol was a force to be reckoned with in the Udinese backline Saturday, leading the team with four tackles (three won) and nine clearances while also registering a single block and interception in a clean sheet effort and 1-0 victory over Parma. The three tackles won matched a season-high for the central defender. Bijol remains an integral piece of the Udinese starting XI, having started and played the full 90 minutes in each of their last 10 Serie A fixtures.

MARCH 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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