Weston McKennie addresses rumours and Twitter feud with statement 'clarifying' Leeds United position
Leeds’ on-loan midfielder Weston McKennie has distanced himself from comments made regarding teammates and his own style of play by an individual purporting to be a close personal friend
McKennie has released a statement on social media following backlash to comments made on a ‘Twitter Space’ live-stream yesterday. The midfielder did not partake but was the subject of discussion, which had approximately 800 concurrent listeners at its peak, between Leeds fans and a social media account claiming to be a close friend of McKennie’s.
During the live-stream, McKennie’s supposed associate responded to a supporter’s plea for the 24-year-old to display the same level of effort as USMNT teammate Tyler Adams by stating it was ‘not his style’, which was poorly received by the United fanbase. In addition, comments were made regarding the ability of McKennie’s Leeds teammates.
The account in question has previously come in for scrutiny by Leeds fans on social media for questioning the commitment of United loanee McKennie during recent heavy defeats, as well as his decision to sign in January.
"I just wanted to clarify that things said yesterday have not come from me,” McKennie said on Wednesday morning. “When people you know look to defend you, they generally do it from a place of love but if I have something I want to say it will come directly from me.
"As always the support in Elland Road yesterday was amazing. Lets [sic] fight together for the next 5 games and keep this club where it belongs. #marchingontogether”, he added, reasserting his commitment to the cause.
Leeds drew 1-1 with Leicester City on Tuesday night, taking an early first half lead but were unable to hold on for all three points. The Whites next face AFC Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium this coming Sunday.