Rio Ferdinand has thrown his support behind Roberto De Zerbi, calling the Italian coach a "proper coach" who gets players working effectively. The former United defender made his stance clear while the club continues searching for a permanent manager with Michael Carrick currently in charge.
De Zerbi recently parted ways with Marseille by mutual consent, making him potentially available. Ferdinand has tracked De Zerbi's career closely and even compared him favorably to Thomas Tuchel, though noted that the former Chelsea manager is currently unavailable due to his contract with England.