Many people in England and Dublin are Shocked, English football boss shocked when club named in court as pervert taxi driver sentenced for sexual assault of student. Keane was Jailed for Two and a Half Years, for the Sexual Assault.

During Keane’s sentencing hearing, some testimonials handed in for him came from individuals associated with Preston.

But club CEO Peter Ridsdale says anyone who gave Keane a character reference is in “no way” currently connected to them.

He said he was stunned by the news and revealed the club has ordered a probe.

He told The Irish Sun: “As far as I’m concerned nobody currently connected with the football club has given a testimonial.”