Sean Morrison, a Rotherham United defender, was seen making the Leeds United salute before a throw-in at Elland Road on Saturday, February 10.
The former Cardiff City player was part of Rotherham’s back-five that was ripped apart by the Whites, with Patrick Bamford scoring a disputed opener before Crysencio Summerville netted twice.
Many conspiracy theories are spreading regarding why Morrison may have saluted the Leeds fans, with some claiming that he himself a fan.
The event was captured on X during the 3-0 victory on Saturday, February 10.
Strange moment during Leeds United’s triumph.
Whether the defender was making fun of the Leeds fan at Elland Road or is a secret fan of the team, it is still an unusual thing to do when losing.
The Millers are in significant danger of relegation this season, as they sit at the bottom of the Championship standings, 13 points from safety. Morrison’s attention should be elsewhere as his team approaches their seventh consecutive loss.
Leeds, on the other end of the table, are vying for Premier League promotion and could have finished the weekend in second place if Southampton hadn’t scored late goals.
Although there is little possibility of catching league leaders Leicester City, Ipswich Town appear to be slacking and have given Leeds an opportunity to capitalise, while the Saints are battling them for the automatic position.
Even if Morrison was intended to irritate the home crowd, they might appreciate the 33-year-old centre-back, who was hooked with 10 minutes remaining in a comfortable 3-0 victory, or at least a comfortable second half.
The result keeps the Whites in contention with Southampton at the top of the league, with Ipswich drawing 2-2 with West Brom on Saturday, February 10.
