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title: "Leeds: Kalvin Phillips praised by Roy Keane"
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author: "Henry Jackson"
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published: "2021-03-29T12:15:30Z"
modified: "2021-03-29T12:15:30Z"
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# Leeds: Kalvin Phillips praised by Roy Keane

**Leeds United star Kalvin Phillips has been praised by Roy Keane, with the [seven-time Premier League winner](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/roy-keane/erfolge/spieler/3396) saying he is a “decent lad”.**

The 25-year-old has arguably matured into the Whites’ most important player in recent years, excelling in the middle of the park. His quality and energy in midfield have played a huge part in Leeds’ success under Marcelo Bielsa and his performances have been recognised by England manager Gareth Southgate.

Phillips now has [six caps](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/kalvin-phillips/profil/spieler/351749) to his name for the Three Lions, having appeared in his country’s matches against San Marino and Albania during the current international break.

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### Keane heaps praise on Phillips

Keane is famously someone who [doesn’t suffer fools gladly](https://www.givemesport.com/1564752-roy-keane-silences-sky-sports-presenter-when-asked-about-his-lockdown-beard), so it is always a compliment if he speaks highly about any player.

The ex-Manchester United man did just that when it came to Phillips, telling [ITV](https://www.itv.com/) \[via [MOT Leeds News](https://motleedsnews.com/news/roy-keane-praises-maturity-and-fitness-of-leeds-kalvin-phillips/)\] on Sunday that he is impressed by what he has seen and heard, saying he could start at Euro 2020 if Jordan Henderson is injured:

> “Well I suppose at the moment it would be Phillips because he’s playing week in week out for Leeds. Of course they’re not challenging for titles but they’re just a newly-promoted team, he looks a fit lad and seems mature.
>
> “I’ve heard some good things about him that he’s a decent lad so a nice problem for Gareth \[Southgate\] to have.”

### Transfer Tavern take

For Phillips to be praised by somebody of Keane’s stature speaks volumes about his quality, highlighting the importance of Leeds keeping hold of him long-term.

He has every chance of starting for England at the Euros this summer, battling with the likes of Declan Rice and Henderson, should the latter be fit.

***In other news, Leeds have been linked with an exciting move for a La Liga attacker – read more about it [here](https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/leeds-united-transfer-rumours/leeds-united-lucas-ocampos-linked-with-move-to-elland-road/).***