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Ferdinand tells Man Utd star to leave after being ‘disrespected’ by Erik Ten Hag

Ferdinand tells Man Utd star to leave after being ‘disrespected’ by Erik Ten Hag

Premier League
Rio Ferdinand says Harry Maguire should leave Manchester United and feels the defender has been disrespected by Erik ten Hag after Luke Shaw was played instead of him as a centre-back last month. Erik ten Hag held meeting with Weghorst to convince him to join Man Utd Son Heung-min’s brutal verdict of Arsenal being top of the Premier League Maguire has started just four Premier League games this campaign, with Ten Hag playing  Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez as his preferred centre-back partnership. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The United skipper also saw Shaw play ahead of him alongside Varane for two matches last month after Martinez was given a break after Argentina’s World Cup success in Qatar. The Red Devils have already dismiss...
Guardiola responds to Ferdinand saying he has ‘created a monster’ in Arteta

Guardiola responds to Ferdinand saying he has ‘created a monster’ in Arteta

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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has responded to Rio Ferdinand’s claim that he has ‘created a monster’ in Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta. Click here to join our football Whatsapp group for 24/7 updates Southgate explains Gallagher call-up & name-drops unlucky Arsenal absentee ‘If Lionel Messi wins Ballon d’Or, I’ll quit football’ – Ronaldo’s shock statement Bukayo Saka names dream 5-a-side team with two Brazil stars & Messi included Arteta used to work as Guardiola’s assistant manager at Man City but departed the Etihad to take the job at Arsenal in 2019.      (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After guiding Arsenal to FA Cup glory, his title was changed to manager and he has now built a superb team of young stars who are top of the Pre...
Ferdinand gives verdict on who is better between Casemiro & Thomas Partey

Ferdinand gives verdict on who is better between Casemiro & Thomas Partey

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Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has laughed off suggestions that Thomas Partey has played better than Casemiro so far this campaign. Casemiro has played in 12 games for United so far after making a £70m move from Real Madrid in the summer transfer window. It took him five Premier League games to break into the club's starting line-up, but since then he has starred for Erik ten Hag's side. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Partey has also been impressive for Arsenal in their charge to the top of the Premier League, starting eight matches in the top-flight. But Ferdinand is firm in his belief that it is Casemiro who has been the most impressive of the duo. "Partey is good player, I think he's a really good player, he’s been really good for you guy...
Ferdinand reveals key difference between Bukayo Saka & Man Utd’s struggling wingers

Ferdinand reveals key difference between Bukayo Saka & Man Utd’s struggling wingers

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Rio Ferdinand has heaped praise on Arsenal’s ‘fearless’ Bukayo Saka and believes Manchester United’s wingers could learn from his style of play. The 21-year-old attacker has hit a rich vein of form in recent weeks and has been the matchwinner in each of his team's last three games in all competitions. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After a slightly under-par start to the campaign, Saka scored twice against Liverpool, including the decisive penalty, before his winner against Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League. The Hale End academy graduate capped a superb week with the only goal in Arsenal’s victory over Leeds on Sunday as the Gunners extended their lead at the top of the table to four points. And Saka, who finished eighth in the Kopa Trophy rankings...
Ferdinand heaps praise on ‘intelligent’ Casemiro as Man Utd beat Everton

Ferdinand heaps praise on ‘intelligent’ Casemiro as Man Utd beat Everton

Premier League
Former Manchester United player Rio Ferdinand heaped praise on ‘intelligent’ Casemiro after Sunday’s win over Everton. Casemiro played the full 90 minutes as United beat Lampard’s side 2-1 at Goodison Park to move up to fifth in the Premier League table, providing the assist for Cristiano Ronaldo’s winning goal. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The 30-year-old moved to Old Trafford this summer from Real Madrid and had been struggling for minutes, having been limited to appearances from the bench, but has now started consecutive games. He played 82 minutes as United beat Omonia on Thursday and after the victory over the Toffees on Sunday, Ferdinand singled out Casemiro for his work off the ball. ‘Casemiro has the experience,’ Ferdinand told BT Sport...
Joe Cole & Ferdinand give verdict on Chelsea’s decision to sign Nkunku

Joe Cole & Ferdinand give verdict on Chelsea’s decision to sign Nkunku

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Joe Cole and Rio Ferdinand have endorsed Chelsea’s pursuit of RB Leipzig star Christopher Nkunku. The Blues are close to agreeing a deal to sign the 24-year-old, although nothing has been signed and the player is yet to make the final decision on his future. atOptions = { 'key' : '677bec88d5359434973f045e310a9066', 'format' : 'iframe', 'height' : 250, 'width' : 300, 'params' : {} }; document.write(''); Nkunku enjoyed a breakthrough season in 2021-22, scoring 35 goals in all competitions. He has continued to impress this campaign, netting nine goals in 13 matches. The Frenchman’s form has caught the attention of some European clubs but Chelsea appear to have stolen a march on their rivals, with reports claiming Nkunku had signed a pre-contract agreement and eve...
Ferdinand picks better player between Reece James & Alexander-Arnold

Ferdinand picks better player between Reece James & Alexander-Arnold

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Rio Ferdinand has claimed that Reece James’ defensive abilities is “the difference” between him and Trent Alexander-Arnold at the moment. The two have been rivals for an England spot in recent seasons having burst onto the scene with Chelsea and Liverpool respectively. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); As it currently stands, it appears that James is the front-runner having enjoyed a couple of outstanding campaigns at Stamford Bridge. In the meantime, doubts have emerged about Alexander-Arnold over the past few weeks with his defensive capabilities called into question - and the Liverpool star responded in the perfect way with a stunning free-kick against Rangers on Tuesday. Now, Ferdinand has claimed that James’ defensive proficiency sees him edge ...
Jamie Carragher mocks Ferdinand over Cristiano Ronaldo claim

Jamie Carragher mocks Ferdinand over Cristiano Ronaldo claim

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Jamie Carragher and Rio Ferdinand were embroiled in a Twitter spat after the Liverpool legend accused the fomer United player of being a Cristiano Ronaldo ‘fan boy’. The argument started after Carragher said Erik ten Hag was right not to play Ronaldo in United’s 6-3 defeat to Man City on Sunday. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The 37-year-old remained on the bench at the Etihad, with the Dutchman admitting afterwards that he didn’t bring Ronaldo on in the second half out of ‘respect’ for his career, due to the scoreline. Rafael van der Vaart blasts ‘annoying’ Man Utd star Antony What Fernandes & Lisandro Martinez did to Man Utd teammates during Man City loss Haaland slams ‘sloppy’ Man City as he says they should have scored more in Man Ut...
Ferdinand explains what impressed him most about William Saliba in Tottenham win

Ferdinand explains what impressed him most about William Saliba in Tottenham win

Premier League
Rio Ferdinand lavished William Saliba with praise after Arsenal thrashed Tottenham to gain north London bragging rights after a 3-1 win. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Second half goals from Gabriel Jesus and Granit Xhaka proved decisive, but it was the commanding display of the 21-year-old that caught Ferdinand’s eye. Tyrell Malacia reveals Ten Hag warning after punch in face from Man Utd teammate Guardiola hits out at criticism of Man Utd’s Lisandro Martinez Gabriel Jesus admits Guardiola forced him to make Man City exit The France international has emerged as a key component of Mikel Arteta’s side who will remain top of the Premier League table for another week at least after their most significant win of the campaign to date. It has...
Rio Ferdinand makes prediction for 2022-23 Premier League title winner

Rio Ferdinand makes prediction for 2022-23 Premier League title winner

Premier League
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand is backing Manchester City to win the Premier League title again next season – though he isn’t convinced Erling Haaland will be a sure-fire success at the Etihad. City came from two goals down in six thrilling minutes to beat Aston Villa 3-2 to retain their title in dramatic fashion, with Liverpool finishing just one point behind in second place. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Both those teams will be even stronger next season – with City having already wrapped up a deal for Erling Haaland and Liverpool eyeing Tchouameni – while the chasing pack will hope to close the gap. Chelsea’s takeover should be completed in time to improve their squad; Antonio Conte will demand funds at Tottenham; Arsenal will look to ...
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