Last update on. From the section Leeds UnitedMarcelo Bielsa managed Leeds United for three yearsMarcelo Bielsa, Leeds United's head coach, has announced that his contract situation is "resolved" in time for Saturday's Premier League opener against Manchester United.Although he wouldn't give details, the 66-year old indicated that he had committed for another season at Elland Road.The new season will start in a few days and he had been out of contract.Bielsa stated through a translator that "the contract situation is one which is already resolved."Bielsa joined Leeds in 2018 and led the club's promotion to the Premier League following a 16-year absence. This was after winning the 2019-20 EFL Championship.He expressed his appreciation for the club's hierarchy and their willingness to invest into training facilities and infrastructure and said that it played a part in his decision to commit to a fourth year.He said, "From my perspective this is an exceptional club." "Leeds has made a significant economic contribution to provide the tools for managers to prepare to become the best."Leeds finished ninth in the Premier League's first season.
