Keith Leonard

Keith Andrew Leonard (born 10 November 1950) is an English former professional footballer who played as a striker for Aston Villa.

Born in Birmingham, Leonard worked as a draughtsman whilst playing non-League football with Highgate United before he joined Aston Villa in April 1972.

[1] Arriving at Vale Park in November 1973, he scored once in 13 Third Division appearances, and his performances persuaded the club to offer Villa £5,000 for his services permanently.

[1] On his return he played alongside Brian Little in their 1974–75 Second Division promotion campaign and in the 1975 League Cup final 1–0 victory over Norwich City at Wembley.

A knee injury forced his retirement in 1976 and prompted manager Ron Saunders to sign Andy Gray from Dundee United as his replacement.