Gary Lineker, the prominent broadcaster and host of the podcast 'The Rest Is Football,' has identified former Manchester United captain Roy Keane as his ideal target for recruitment. Lineker currently co-hosts his show alongside Alan Shearer and Micah Richards, but he expressed a desire to add Keane to the lineup during a recent discussion about the current landscape of football punditry.

Lineker praised Keane for his unique approach to analysis, specifically highlighting his "brutal delivery" and the viral nature of his commentary. According to Lineker, Keane’s ability to generate significant public interest through his unfiltered opinions makes him a highly desirable addition to any media project. This interest comes as Lineker continues to expand his podcasting brand, which has recently secured a deal to bring his punditry content to Netflix.

While Lineker remains complimentary of his current co-hosts, Shearer and Richards, his comments underscore a strategic focus on acquiring talent that can drive engagement. There has been no public response from Keane regarding whether he would consider such a move, nor has there been any formal offer reported. The interest remains, at this stage, a professional preference expressed by Lineker regarding the current market of football analysts.