Leeds star did more in just over half an hour than Kemar Roofe did.
Samu Saiz made his return to action for Leeds United last night and nearly inspired them to a win.
Saiz put in an energetic display after replacing Kemar Roofe and showed up the former Oxford and West Brom attacker.
In fewer minutes than Roofe, Saiz accomplished far more.
Roofe managed a paltry 11 touches in 55 minutes compared to Saiz’s 27 touches in 35 minutes.
Saiz looked lively, creating the chance for Ezgjan Alioski to score Leeds’ second goal.
Roofe, 25, has scored nine goals this season but only one of these has come in the last five matches.
This came when he came off the bench against Bristol City and it looks likely he will be back on the sidelines for Leeds’ next game.
Roofe’s performance against Derby was ineffective and it was no surprise he was taken off, after completing just seven passes all game and failing to muster a shot at goal.
This disappointing performance was highlighted by how well Saiz played when he came on, and while the Spaniard was a little rusty, he offered more in just over half an hour than Roofe managed.
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