Leeds United’s summer signing Jaka Bijol has expressed his frustration at being sidelined and his eagerness to make his Premier League debut soon, despite understanding the reasons behind his lack of game time amidst the team’s recent results.
Bijol, who joined Leeds for £15 million, has yet to feature in any of the first seven league games due to Pascal Struijk’s impressive performances keeping him out of the team. A suspension from the opening game and lack of preseason minutes have further delayed his opportunity to showcase his skills.
The Slovenian defender’s only competitive appearance came in the League Cup defeat to Sheffield Wednesday, where he felt rusty. Despite this, he remains optimistic about his chances, especially after being quizzed about his situation by native media.
Acknowledging manager Daniel Farke’s decisions regarding team selection, Bijol accepts the competition for places but is keen to make an impact when his chance arrives, given the recent downturn in results for Leeds.
While Struijk faced disappointment in the last game against Tottenham, with goals coming off his deflected leg, he has generally performed well, except for the heavy defeat to Arsenal. Bijol remains focused and ready to seize his opportunity whenever it arises, expressing a desire to contribute positively to the team’s objectives.
Despite the challenges and adjustments to the high-level competition and team dynamics, Bijol maintains a positive outlook and aims to make a meaningful contribution, whether it be this season or the next. Embracing the healthy competition at Leeds, he is determined to earn his place in the starting lineup and help Leeds secure their Premier League status.
