Exclusive By Andrew McKenzie |
There had been speculation that the Australian international, who is out of contract at the end of next season, could be the next player to leave the cash-strapped club.
But his agent Bernie Mandic told this website that negotiations have already started about a new deal
"We're in the process of discussing the future, things are going well and we'll have something sorted within the next few weeks," he said.
Leeds have endured a difficult season on and off the pitch, with several of their top players being sold to balance the books. And with all the uncertainty, it was expected contract talks with the popular Kewell would not begin until the end of the season.
But Mandic added: "It seems like there is an opportunity there now. Everything else has been put to rest, so we can sort out Harry over the next few weeks.
"He's always been quite happy in the environment he is in.
"Since Peter Ridsdale has been there Harry has had his contract upgraded three times.
"That is why there is the degree of trust there and I would say loyalty from Harry because the club has done the right thing by him in the past."
 The way things stand Harry's future will be resolved in the not too distant future |
Despite the problems at Elland Road, Mandic said Kewell sees a bright future for the club.
"I'm not distressed about the situation and more importantly Harry isn't," said Mandic.
"Football's a funny thing and what seems to be a disaster one day can be turned around.
"Don't get me wrong, Harry is not happy not winning matches and not playing in Europe, but that sort of stuff can happen in football.
"Too often people make short-term decisions - Harry's not in to that and neither am I. I don't think the chairman is either.
"We're happy going about out business and the way things stand Harry's future will be resolved in the not-too-distant future."
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