What Roy Keane said about Benjamin Sesko brutally exposes his Man United bitterness

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has long been known for dividing opinion with his blunt and uncompromising views.

In 2026, that trademark edge is increasingly giving way to what many see as growing bitterness towards his former club.

The majority of Keane’s recent comments suggest that his relationship with Old Trafford now feels more personal than professional.

When asked whether striker Liam Delap has been a “hit or a miss” at Chelsea, Keane was noticeably sympathetic on the Stick to Football podcast.

He said: “At the moment he’s obviously lacking confidence, and he lacks real quality doesn’t he?

“Being a handful up front isn’t enough. But he’s only a young kid, you’ve got to give him the benefit of the doubt. I’m not writing him off but he’s been a miss so far.”

Delap has managed just one goal and one assist in 17 Premier League appearances. Injuries have not helped his cause, but it is also fair to say that the leap from Ipswich Town to Chelsea has proven a step too far so far.

Keane talked about Delap being a “young kid” but didn’t show that kindness when talking about Benjamin Sesko.

While other panellists praised the 22-year-old for his sensational strike against West Ham United, Keane was quick to dismiss the moment.

He said: “That’s a nice finish but sorry, that is what he’s supposed to do, if you know what I mean?”

He then reached for a trademark analogy, comparing Sesko to budget airline Ryanair.

“Sesko is like Ryanair. You know when they land and they play the music, ‘we landed on time.

“That’s Sesko and United. It’s what he’s supposed to do.”

When Gary Neville objected, Keane blamed him for having low expectations.

Keane will always be revered by United supporters for his legendary career and leadership on the pitch.

However, the manner in which he has targeted several current United players, as well as head coach Michael Carrick, suggests unresolved bitterness from his acrimonious exit under Sir Alex Ferguson.

His analysis increasingly feels driven by old wounds rather than balanced assessment.

Keane may not be the worst pundit in the modern game, but his credibility suffers when personal bias overshadows objective football insight.

If he truly wants to be taken seriously as an analyst, he must separate his history with United from his judgement of the present.

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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .