Manchester United legend Roy Keane admits his 'love' for Leeds United as he praises 'stubborn' Marcelo Bielsa

Manchester United legend Roy Keane says Leeds United have been 'outstanding' this season, hailing the commitment Marcelo Bielsa has shown to his style of play.

The ex-Red Devils midfielder was speaking post-match following the Whites humbling 6-2 defeat to their arch rivals at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon.

Leeds went head-to-head with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men for the first time in nearly 17 years in the Premier League.

Bielsa's hopes of a result in Lancashire were quickly dashed as the hosts raced into a two-goal lead after just three minutes before the Argentine saw his team heavily beaten.

Keane, though, says that despite the 'lesson' Leeds were handed the Elland Road outfit have been a great addition to the top flight this term.

“The key for Leeds is survival. With the points total they have so far, I think it’s been outstanding. I think Leeds will be fine. I love the way they play, I think it’s brilliant," he told Sky Sports.

"We talk about sport being entertaining, and that’s what they do. They had a lesson from Man United, but Man United are a very good team. But overall, the manager was asked about changing his ways, but his belief is what makes him a great coach.

"I think they’ll stay in the league, and they’ll tweak it and learn, but he’s not going to change his ways of coaching. All the top coaches and managers are very stubborn.

"We saw that a bit in the interview there, he was getting frustrated with some of the answers as if he has to justify to the media what he’s doing with players and substitutions.

"I think Leeds will be fine, we enjoy watching them. They’re having a go and their points return - for a promoted team - so far has been excellent. You look at the other couple of teams that came up with them, they’d do anything to swap with Leeds.”