McKenzie will keep low Leeds profile

PROFESSOR John McKenzie has insisted he is “not Peter Ridsdale in disguise” as he stepped into the firing line as Leeds’ new chairman.

Until this season Ridsdale was a high-profile figure, earning himself the nickname of 'Publicity Pete' for his love of the media spotlight.

McKenzie, who has taken over from Ridsdale despite his appointment to the plc board just six weeks ago, will not be following in his predecessor's footsteps when it comes to speaking openly on Leeds' affairs.