Tyler Adams has revealed that himself and Brenden Aaronson "don't take a day off from being competitive" and claimed that people have "never really respected" football players from America until recently.
Adams and Aaronson have quickly become an instrumental part of Jesse Marsch's side since arriving this summer. The pair have both been almost ever-present when available since signing in the summer.
The US influence at Leeds extends beyond the pitch, with the San Francisco 49ers' investment arm - 49ers Enterprises - currently holding a minority share of the club, with a full takeover expected to follow this year.