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Elliott Jackson

"It's the giants" West Brom boss Slaven Bilic pays Leeds United the biggest compliment of all

West Brom manager Slaven Bilic has likened Leeds United to Napoli, claiming they are one of the 'giants'.

The Baggies boss has come up against the Whites for the first time this season after dropping down to the Championship to manage the Baggies.

In two meetings with Marcelo Bielsa's side, West Brom have gained just one point, having lost at Elland Road 1-0 back in October.

Leeds lead the promotion race too by a solitary point, although both sides hold a healthy advantage over Fulham in third place.

However, during his meetings with Leeds, it's clear the size of the club has left a big impression on Bilic, who namechecked the Whites as one of the 'giants' in football.

“There are clubs that mean a lot to the city and the region, and Hajduk is something more," Bilic told Croatian outlet 24 Sata.

"There are clubs like this, but Hajduk is a way of life. It’s Napoli, it’s Leeds, I felt it, it’s the giants."

It remains to be seen if both clubs will return to the Premier League and meet again in the top-flight.

Professional football remains suspended in England, with no set date for a return, putting the final nine matches of the season in to question.

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