{"id":1256872,"date":"2022-04-12T17:17:04","date_gmt":"2022-04-12T16:17:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?p=1256872"},"modified":"2022-04-12T17:17:04","modified_gmt":"2022-04-12T16:17:04","slug":"harry-maguire-rio-ferdinand-gerard-pique-man-utd","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/harry-maguire-rio-ferdinand-gerard-pique-man-utd\/","title":{"rendered":"“You can\u2019t say he\u2019s a dead player” \u2014 Rio Ferdinand compares Harry Maguire\u2019s situation at Man Utd to Gerard Pique\u2019s"},"content":{"rendered":"

Rio Ferdinand believes a stylistic clash may be hindering Harry Maguire’s form at Manchester United, one comparable to Gerard Pique\u2019s during his spell at Old Trafford during the formative stages of his career.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The world’s most expensive defender has endured a difficult season at the club, regularly coming under the spotlight and receiving widespread criticism for a string of below-par performances as Ralf Rangnick’s men flounder outside the Premier League top four.<\/p>\n

The frustration from Man Utd fans filtered over to England during the international break as the 29-year-old was jeered at Wembley in the nation’s 3-0 win over Ivory Coast, leading to backlash from Gareth Southgate and a number of Three Lion players.<\/p>\n

\n

Sky Vegas welcome offer: 50 free spins with no deposit<\/h2>\n

Qualifying readers can follow THIS LINK<\/strong><\/a> to claim Sky Vegas’ welcome offer or click the image below.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

18+ only. New customers only. Opt in required. 7 day free spin expiry. All free spins will auto play on first eligible game loaded. \u00a310 staking requirement must be met within 30 days of opt in. Eligibility restrictions apply. Further T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org<\/a><\/p>\n

\n

Ferdinand has now leapt to the defence of Maguire as well, with the ex-Man Utd centre-back praising his form for England whilst suggesting his on-pitch struggles for his club may be a result of a clash in playing styles, one that Pique endured during his time at Old Trafford.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn an England shirt he\u2019s been nothing but phenomenal. He\u2019s been unreal. You can\u2019t say he\u2019s a dead player, he\u2019s been unbelievable for England,\u201d Ferdinand explained on his YouTube channel\u00a0<\/span>FIVE<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat I\u2019m saying is, for England he\u2019s been great, but they play a particular way of football that probably suits him.<\/p>\n

\n

888sport betting offer: How to get \u00a330 in free bets (+\u00a310 casino bonus)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Eligible readers interested in the 888sport betting offer can follow THIS LINK<\/strong><\/a> or click the image below and sign up using the code 30FB<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Min deposit \u00a3\/\u20ac\/$10 \u2022 A qualifying bet is a \u2018real money\u2019 stake of at least \u00a3\/\u20ac\/$10 \u2022 Min odds 1\/2 (1.50) \u2022 Free Bets credited upon qualifying bet settlement and expire after 7 days \u2022 Free Bet stakes not included in returns \u2022 Casino Bonus must be claimed within 7 days \u2022 To withdraw bonus\/related wins, wager the bonus amount 40 times within 14 days \u2022 Casino Bonus expires after 60 days \u2022 Withdrawal restrictions, payment methods, country & full T&Cs apply<\/a><\/strong>. 18+ only. Be Gamble Aware<\/a><\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n

\n

\u201cGerard Pique was at Man Utd, you could argue that he might not have had the career that he\u2019s had at Barcelona if he stayed at Man Utd because of the way he plays.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s like boxing, styles make fights \u2013 it\u2019s the same in football. The way of Man Utd\u2019s football, and the way that they are trying to play, hasn\u2019t suited him.<\/p>\n

\u201cAlso form and confidence. His confidence has taken a big knock and I don\u2019t care who you are, you could be Messi, Ronaldo, Zidane, Mbappe all these players \u2013 if their confidence is low they are not the same player.\u201d<\/p>\n

READ MORE:<\/strong><\/h2>\n