Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand revealed to Everton star Ben Godfrey how he tried to get the Red Devils to sign the young defender.
The 23-year-old was a deadline-day signing for the Toffees, helping them sit three points off a European spot under Carlo Ancelotti.
Becoming a regular at left-back and centre-back, the England U21 international has earned plaudits for his performances.Godfrey’s rise with Everton comes after five seasons with Norwich, playing regularly in the Premier League during the 2019/20 season.And United’s Champions League-winning former defender has revealed he was so impressed with the 23-year-old that he put in a good word at Carrington to try and force a transfer.
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