"It's awful," said Moore. "I've never known a captain to do this, it's part of your job. He's got to rally the players, and if he's not pulling in the same direction as the rest of the lads you're in massive trouble.
"To decide he wants to do that is a bit of a kick in the teeth. Luton are down there as well, and we're playing them next week. The timing couldn't possibly be any worse.
"If that's what he wants to do then so be it, but I'm pretty disappointed and I'm sure most of the rest of the lads will be.
"When Dennis Wise came he, he made a big decision to take the captaincy off Paul Butler and give it to Kevin. For me, that was a surprise at the time.
"If I was made captain of a big club like Leeds, I'd be very proud.
"I just can't understand his motives and I'm sure the fans won't be happy when they find out.
"There was no indication at all. The players were asking what had happened on Friday when he wasn't involved in the team, but it was pretty hush hush.
"It's one thing after another at the moment. There are so many things, it seems to be snowballing."