Slovenian-born defender will play with Jaka Bijol at Leeds

English Premier League club Leeds United has secured the signing of Tarik Muharemović, a defender born in Slovenia, who will join fellow Slovenian international Jaka Bijol at the club. The 23-year-old defender makes the move to England from Italian side Sassuolo.

Muharemović, who represented Bosnia and Herzegovina at the World Cup, has signed a five-year contract with Leeds. Reports suggest his transfer fee is approximately 40 million euros. He arrives at Elland Road as a replacement for Pascal Struijk, who recently transferred to rival club Brighton.

In the Leeds defense, Muharemović will partner with Bijol. The article also notes an infamous red card incident involving Folarin Balogun, where Muharemović was the player fouled, a decision that was ultimately overturned. The significance of this detail in relation to his transfer is not elaborated upon.

The transfer marks a significant step in Muharemović's career, bringing him to one of Europe's top football leagues. His move is expected to bolster Leeds' defensive capabilities for the upcoming seasons.