Roy Keane’s shock reaction to Premier League star and daughter dating as she announces pregnancy

Roy Keane showed a surprising soft side to his personality when discussing his daughter Leah’s relationship with England international Taylor Harwood-Bellis – and now the couple are expecting

Roy Keane is set to welcome a fourth grandchild as daughter Leah announces her first pregnancy with fiancee Taylor Harwood-Bellis. The couple have been dating for some time and after announcing their engagement last year, they are now expecting an exciting addition to their family.

Keane has previously shown a softer side to his hard man persona when discussing Leah’s relationship with Harwood-Bellis, who has 34 Premier League appearances for Southampton. The former Manchester United star discussed his future son-in-law during a Nations League match between England and Ireland – where the defender scored against his father-in-law’s country.

The Three Lions ran out 5-0 winners at Wembley in November 2024, as Harwood-Bellis scored the final goal with a bullet header. As Keane appeared in the ITV studio to discuss the game, he said: “It’s bittersweet for me, this.”

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After the Southampton star’s engagement to Keane’s daughter was mentioned, he jokingly added: “It’s not done and dusted yet. Things can change very quickly in the Keane household, let me tell you!”

However, the Premier League icon went on to praise his new family member’s performance for England and overall in the top-flight. Keane said: “He’s got a goal threat in him, even playing for Southampton. It’s nice for him. He’s a nice kid, his family’s done a good job.”

Now, the 54-year-old has Harwood-Bellis to thank as he becomes a grandad for the fourth time, after welcoming his third in April. Daughter Leah shared the announcement on social media, with a video showcasing the couple preparing for the arrival of their little one.

Leah captioned the post: “Half of me, half of you,” and featured many clips of her and the current Championship star. The video begins with Leah showing off her multiple positive pregnancy results, before a video that likely depicts her breaking the exciting news to her beau – who sweeps her up into a loving hug as they celebrate.

More video clips follow of the couple going for scans, getting the pictures of their baby to show off to the camera and family, as well as little snippets of old footage what looks to be the couple as children themselves.

Harwood-Bellis’ club Southampton – who now play their football in the Championship after being relegated last season – commented on the news, as they said: “Congratulations both!”

Plenty more well wishes flooded the comments, and while Roy is yet to comment on the impending arrival, it is likely that the popular pundit is overjoyed at the news like everyone else.

It was just last year that the pair announced their engagement, as Harwood-Bellis got down on one knee on a yacht sailing through Italy’s Amalfi Coast. Pictures of the sweet and unforgettable moment were later shared online, as Leah wrote: “I can’t wait to marry you.”

It is likely that the defender got Keane’s blessing to pop the question, which many would think is one of the most daunting tasks any man could face. In-laws can be a tricky type of person to please, but having one of the most intimidating men in football as your newest family member is certainly something to make your blood run cold.

However, Keane seems to keep his kind and soft soul for those closest to him, as he revealed on The Tommy Tiernan Show last year that being outnumbered by women in his home is “brilliant.”

When asked about the most difficult part of having daughters, Keane said: “No it is, brilliant. They’re good, very good kids. No, they’re OK. Listen when they get a bit older, I suppose boyfriends and that type of carry on, yeah that can be,” tailing off to the laughter of the audience.

The ex-United star did insist that he was a very relaxed person when meeting his children’s other halves – which includes Harwood-Bellis – as he added: “You’d be very surprised. Surely that’s the same for everybody.”

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