Get the latest United updates, transfer news and analysis delivered straight to your inbox every day for free Rio Ferdinand has the necessary credentials to succeed as a director of football at the highest level, according to younger brother Anton.
Since hanging up his boots in 2015, former Manchester United defender Rio has been a rather busy man. Indeed, aside from his current commitments as a regular BT Sport pundit, the 42-year-old also hosts the Vibe With Five podcast and owns his own clothing brand: Five Supply.
Winner of six Premier League titles and the 2008 Champions League, Ferdinand has resisted the temptation to step into coaching, thus far, in favour of a post-playing career in the media.
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