Tag: Rio Ferdinand
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Lazio meet with United target’s agent
Lazio look likely to land Manchester United target Stefan de Vrij by Tuesday at the latest after meeting with his representatives in Rome. According to Italian source Il Messaggero, talks regarding the permanent signature of the Feyenoord defender were productive and will continue in Rotterdam in the next 48 hours with a view to completing…
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City defender ready to snub United boss van Gaal
Manchester City defender Karim Rekik is ready to reject overtures from rivals United after climbing the Blues’ pecking order, Football Express News understands. A source close to the Etihad Stadium told FEN new Red Devils boss Louis van Gaal holds a long-term interest in the 19-year-old, having worked with him during his time as Holland…
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Rio: It’s not all about money
Former Manchester United centre-back Rio Ferdinand has revealed he snubbed lucrative deals in warmer climes in order to join Premier League minnow side QPR, saying these days he is driven by love, not money. The 35-year-old defender has enjoyed almost two decades of success playing in football’s tip tier and at international level. Ferdinand played…
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Redknapp and Rio reunite
Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has reunited with old boss Harry Redknapp in London on completion of his move to Queens Park Rangers. The six-times Premier League champion was linked with a move to freshly-promoted QPR back in June when his contract with the Red Devils expired. Completion of his medical and finalisation of…
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Ferdinand sends message to United fans
Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has sent a message to Red Devils supporters after signing for newly-promoted Queens Park Rangers. The ex-England international has put pen to paper at Loftus Road and, although the length of his contract is yet to be announced, it is widely-expected to be a 12-month arrangement with an option…
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Rio Ferdinand close to completing QPR move
Rio Ferdinand has begun talks with Queens Park Rangers over a potential move next season, Football Express News understands. The 35-year-old defender was released by Manchester United at the end of last season but is hoping to agree a 12 month contract with the West London side. The move had been halted over a disagreement…
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Ex-United captain tipped to be Serie A ‘Braveheart’
Former Inter Milan star Dejan Stankovic has acclaimed his old Serbia international team-mate Nemanja Vidic as one of the world’s most fearless defenders. Vidic is gearing up for his first season in Serie A with the San Siro giants, having left Old Trafford on a free transfer this summer following eight trophy-laden years. He made…
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TV star Mourinho signs new three-year deal
If you love Chelsea’s charismatic boss Jose Mourinho, you will be seeing a whole lot more of him if you are subscribed to Sky’s BT Sport. Ahead of his 2014/2015 domestic and European campaigns with Chelsea, the Portuguese has signed a three-year deal to act as ambassador for the channel which will see him involved…
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United icon Neville: We need three more signings
Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville wants to see his old club make three key signings before the summer transfer window slams shut. The England coach believes new head coach Louis van Gaal needs to sign a centre-half, a midfielder and a wideman in the coming weeks in order to compete for top honours in…
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Ferdinand: We must emulate the Germans
Former England international Rio Ferdinand has called on the Three Lions to adopt a change in their philosophy following a dismal World Cup campaign. Roy Hodgson’s men crashed out of the competition prematurely, with successive 2-1 defeats at the hands of Italy and Uruguay respectively confirming a group stage exit. They ended the tournament without…
