Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has been quick to defend Rio Ferdinand following recent criticism over his performances.Several pundits, including former England boss Graham Taylor, have stated that the
United defender was past his best and could even be heading for the exit door.
Ferdinand has made a series of high profile errors for both club and country this season, however, the 30-year-old has been struggling with injury. Talking about Ferdinand’s loss of form, Ferguson said: "In my time here, we have always had one of our star players finding he gets criticised when he has a little blip."It seems to be part and parcel of being a player at Manchester United. We are all aware of that."No player likes to be criticised. We all like to be loved and want arms around our shoulders at times."But he will come out of it - there is no question about that. There is no discernible depreciation in his qualities - none at all."Ferguson hopes that the England centre back can quickly rediscover his form, with important fixtures against CSKA Moscow and Chelsea coming up. Powered by: GiveMeFootball.com, the
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