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Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has spoken out on his desire for his former club to not miss out on recruiting one of footballs hottest teenage sensations, Jude Bellingham.

The current Borussia Dortmund man has gone from strength to strength over the past 18 months, featuring in major tournaments for his country, as well as gaining valuable experience in both the Bundesliga and the UEFA Champions League.

Ferdinand, who is an outspoken admirer of the 18-year-old, has longed for the Reds to put their money where their mouth is and secure his services, describing him as a player who can 'do it all'.

Speaking on Vibe with Five, Ferdinand said:

''Any [position]. He is that good. In the England youth teams, there were times he was playing as a holding midfielder, the number eight, box-to-box, and times he can go on and join the attack even more.

“He has the capability and capacity to play all of the roles, he is that good. I think for him I see him as someone who can do it all.

“There aren’t that many midfielders now who can attack and defend and affect the game at both ends of the pitch."