“SHOCKER: Star Player HUMILIATES Jose Mourinho, Ditches Elite Club for Leeds in JAW-DROPPING Move – Medical ALREADY Passed!”

Leeds United are back in the Premier League, and the 49ers ownership group are preparing to release a significant transfer budget to help Daniel Farke strengthen his squad for what is expected to be a tough battle in the lower half of the table.

However, things could have played out differently. Reports suggest that Jose Mourinho turned down an offer to manage the Whites, a decision he might now regret.

The club has already made its first move in the transfer market with the signing of Lukas Nmecha, and efforts are underway to ensure he’s the first of several new additions ahead of the opening weekend of the new season.

One of the most prominent transfer stories so far involves Slovenian centre-back Jaka Bijol. The 26-year-old has completed a medical and is on the verge of sealing an £18.8 million move from Udinese, including performance-related bonuses, as reported by Slovenian outlet Delo on 21 June.

Securing Bijol represents a significant coup for Leeds, who appear to have beaten off stiff competition from major European sides, including Inter Milan, Napoli, Galatasaray, and Mourinho’s Fenerbahce.

It’s a move that may leave the Portuguese tactician wishing he had taken the job at Elland Road.

Bijol’s imminent arrival is a strong statement of intent, but Leeds still have much work to do in the market.

Survival in the Premier League demands far more than a couple of signings, and the Whites will need to continue adding both quality and depth across the pitch.

The top flight has evolved significantly in recent years, and even well-supported, financially stable clubs like Leeds can struggle to maintain their status without the right squad balance.

Farke is currently short on experienced options in key positions, but the acquisition of Bijol suggests the club is aware of the need to strengthen their core.

Reinforcing the spine of the team with experienced, high-level performers will be essential if Leeds are to stand a realistic chance of staying up.

If the Whites can follow Bijol’s arrival with further signings of similar calibre—particularly in central areas—they could put themselves in a strong position to avoid relegation in their first season back.