US Edition“Guimaraes and Tonali wouldn’t be my first-choice” - Rio Ferdinand names midfielder he wants Manchester United to sign
Ferdinand said the 23-year-old Nottingham Forest midfielder would better fit United’s rebuild and complement Kobbie Mainoo in central midfield.
- Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand urged his old club to prioritize signing Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson this summer, stating he prefers the 23-year-old over Newcastle United midfielders Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali.
- The Red Devils identified central midfield as a priority area following midfielder Casemiro's confirmation that this season is his last at Old Trafford, having previously monitored Guimaraes and Tonali as potential replacements.
- Ferdinand emphasized Anderson's unique skillset, noting the 23-year-old is the only Premier League player to win over 150 duels, win possession more than 150 times, and win at least 50 fouls this season.
- On a potential midfield axis, Ferdinand expressed that Anderson would 'absolutely complement' midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, describing the Forest star as aggressive and more combative than other options, fitting the desire for young, hungry players.
- Anderson's stock has soared over the last 18 months, positioning the midfielder as a likely selection for England manager Thomas Tuchel's squad for the upcoming World Cup this summer, though he remains focused on his current commitments.
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Transfer: He'll compliment Mainoo - Rio Ferdinand names midfielder Man Utd should sign
Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand, has urged his old club to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson over Newcastle United midfielders, Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali in the summer transfer window. Ferdinand believes Anderson would complement Kobbie Mainoo in Man United’s midfield. “Guimaraes and Tonali wouldn’t be my first-choice midfield signings this summer. It’s Elliot Anderson,” Ferdinand said on his YouTube channel. “His…
“Guimaraes and Tonali wouldn’t be my first-choice” - Rio Ferdinand names midfielder he wants Manchester United to sign
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has advised his former club to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson over Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali in the summer transfer window.
Ferdinand names £100m ace as 'first-choice' transfer target for Man Utd midfield
Elliot Anderson would ‘absolutely complement’ Kobbie Mainoo in Manchester United’s midfield, says Rio Ferdinand (Picture: Getty) Rio Ferdinand has encouraged Manchester United to make Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson their primary midfield target ahead of the likes of Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali. The Red Devils have identified central midfield as their key area of focus ahead of the upcoming transfer window having spent around £200milli…
Ferdinand picks midfield target Man United should prioritise
Rio Ferdinand has urged Manchester United to prioritise signing Elliot Anderson over Newcastle United duo Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali. Anderson has emerged as a transfer target for the Premier League’s top teams after an impressive period at Nottingham Forest. The 23-year-old has become a regular in the England team and has shone in a struggling side this season. Anderson ranks among the top 10% of midfielders across Europe for possession …
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