Rio Ferdinand is staunch supporter of Alex Ferguson . Former Manchester United manager is regarded as one of the best managers in English football . United have struggled since the manager left in 2013 . However , some argued Ferguson had left his successor an aging squad , with the likes of Ferdinand , now 35 , Nemanja Vidic , Patrice Evra -- two defenders who left Old Trafford in the summer transfer window -- Louis van Gaal charged with the club 's reconstruction .
Rio Ferdinand is staunch supporter of Alex Ferguson . Former Manchester United manager is regarded as one of the best managers in English football . United have struggled since the manager left in 2013 . Louis van Gaal charged with the club 's reconstruction .