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Never one to mince words, Roy Keane has sparked a fresh debate by naming the Leeds United player he believes is the most “underrated and disrespected” in the Premier League this season. While much of the spotlight at Elland Road often falls on the flair players, Keane’s focus shifted to a more industrious figure during a recent appearance on The Overlap.
The former Manchester United skipper didn’t hesitate when highlighting Ethan Ampadu as the man consistently overlooked by the wider footballing media. Despite Leeds finding themselves in a grueling relegation scrap—sitting 15th as of late March 2026—Keane insisted that the captain’s performances have been the only thing keeping the side competitive.
”People talk about the goals they aren’t scoring, but without this lad, they’d be dead and buried,” Keane remarked in his trademark blunt style. “He does the dirty work, he’s a leader, and yet he’s treated like a Championship player. It’s a lack of respect for his quality.”
Keane’s assessment comes at a time when Leeds are struggling for consistency, but his defense of Ampadu suggests that the issues lie far beyond the skipper’s control. Whether fans agree or not, “Keano” has made it clear: it’s time to start giving the Leeds midfielder the credit he deserves.
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