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Speaking about the choices he had to make as a youngster on his way to becoming one of the greatest defenders in EPL history, Ferdinand claimed that his lifestyle led to him losing friends as a teenager.
Ferdinand’s EPL journey to greatness
The six-time Premier League winner also advised against narrowing down on one ambition in their formative years, citing an example from his childhood.
When asked about the highs and lows of his career, the former EPL great was quick to speak about Manchester United’s UEFA Champions League triumph in Moscow.
In his 12-year spell with Manchester United, Ferdinand’s ability and consistency saw him cement his status as one of the Premier League’s all-time greats. The Englishman serves as an idol for several up and coming footballers, and the 41-year-old shed light on what it takes to be a good defender.
The former England international also played a pivotal role in training his brother Anton as a child, as they played a lot together in their younger days, which helped build the younger Ferdinand’s mentality.
When quizzed about what advice he would give to the younger players, Ferdinand explained that every budding Premier League player would experience bumps on the way.
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Ferdinand’s Premier League legacy will take some beating, and the Englishman continues to serve as an inspiration for up and coming footballers across the world, having enjoyed unwavering success in his playing days.
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