'I'm ready for it' - Bijol on joining Leeds

New Leeds United signing Jaka Bijol has promised to "give everything" for the club after joining from Udinese.

The central defender completed a move from the Serie A side on Monday, signing a five-year deal to keep him at Elland Road until 2030.

"This is a big day for me, for my family and I'm happy to be here," Bijol told club media.

"Maybe the biggest one [challenge] of my career so far, but I'm ready for it.

"I work for it and that's why I'm here, because it's a big challenge for everyone. It's a big challenge for me, for the club, and we're getting ready for it together. I think the club and myself are ready for the Premier League.

"I can promise that I will give everything, that I will give everything in every training as well to be ready for the first game of the season and then just go from there."

Despite only being 26, Bijol has already gained a wealth of experience having played over 250 games at senior level across Slovenia, Russia, Germany and Italy, and has featured in Champions League and Europa League matches.

Supporters will be hoping he can use this to help them on their return to the Premier League this upcoming campaign.

"I saw some bits of the [trophy] parade - really nice images and you enjoyed it a lot last season. I hope we enjoy it together next year as well," Bijol added.

"It gives you goosebumps, you see all the people who are really passionate about the club and everything.

"I knew it is a big club already and it just confirms it, you really see a lot of people are really involved in the club - passionately, emotionally and I'm really excited to see that next season in Elland Road."