Despite an injury ravaged season for Ferdinand, in which he has played only 15 games, the Scot remains upbeat about his future, adding:
“Rio has plenty of years ahead of him. He has had a few injuries over the last few years I am sure that are a concern for him.”
“But he is still capable of coming back and playing at the top level.”
“He only needs the example of Gary Neville. I am sure he sees that. He is desperate to get back and he will.”
Ferguson refused to comment on the England captaincy debate regarding Ferdinand and Terry.
