Last update on. From the section Leeds UnitedMarcelo Bielsa managed Leeds United for three yearsMarcelo Bielsa, Leeds United's head coach, has signed an extension to his Elland Road contract for a one-year period.Bielsa confirmed that his contract situation was "solved" on Thursday, before the Premier League opener against Manchester United on Saturday.The Argentinean 66-year old had been out of contract, with the new season beginning on Friday.Bielsa joined Leeds in 2018, and guided the club to promotion to the Premier League in 2020, after a 16 year absence.The 2019-20 EFL Championship Winners finished ninth last season, their first time back in English top flight.Bielsa spoke on Thursday and praised the club's hierarchy, stating that they were willing to invest in infrastructure and training facilities. He also indicated that this played a part in his decision to commit to a fourth year.He said, "From my point-of-view this is an extraordinary club.""Leeds has made a significant economic contribution to provide the tools for managers to prepare to become the best."
