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Graham Taylor: Manchester United's Rio Ferdinand Has 'Lost His Legs'
We have seen the best of Rio, claims former coach.
Nov 1, 2009 10:31:15 AM
Former England manager Graham Taylor has expressed concern at the current plight of Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand and has claimed he will never regain his top form.
The centre-back is enduring a tough season, struggling with injury and a loss of form and was absent again as Manchester United beat Blackburn Rovers at Old Trafford yesterday.
However, whilst Ferdinand remains a key figure for both club and country, Taylor has insisted he will never be the player he used to be.
Speaking to BBC Radio Five Live, Taylor said: "What I am going to say will probably surprise a lot of people, but I think Rio Ferdinand has lost his legs.
"He struggled to keep up with Fernando Torres in Manchester United's game against Liverpool last week and I just don't think he is - or will be - the wonderful player he once was."
His comments are likely to unimpress manager Sir Alex Ferguson who has already hit out at the media for their role in Ferdinand’s current slump.
Next up for Manchester United is the Champions League visit of CSKA Moscow on Tuesday night, although it is as yet unclear as to whether Ferdinand will be available for selection.
Gill Clark, Goal.com
For more news on England, visit Goal.com's England section!
The centre-back is enduring a tough season, struggling with injury and a loss of form and was absent again as Manchester United beat Blackburn Rovers at Old Trafford yesterday.
However, whilst Ferdinand remains a key figure for both club and country, Taylor has insisted he will never be the player he used to be.
Speaking to BBC Radio Five Live, Taylor said: "What I am going to say will probably surprise a lot of people, but I think Rio Ferdinand has lost his legs.
"He struggled to keep up with Fernando Torres in Manchester United's game against Liverpool last week and I just don't think he is - or will be - the wonderful player he once was."
His comments are likely to unimpress manager Sir Alex Ferguson who has already hit out at the media for their role in Ferdinand’s current slump.
Next up for Manchester United is the Champions League visit of CSKA Moscow on Tuesday night, although it is as yet unclear as to whether Ferdinand will be available for selection.
Gill Clark, Goal.com
For more news on England, visit Goal.com's England section!
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