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Rio Ferdinand expects Manchester United to aim for top four finish

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 7:40 AM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Rio Ferdinand expects Manchester United to aim for top four finish

Summary

Rio Ferdinand has set a realistic target for Manchester United, suggesting the club should aim for a top-four finish after their 2-0 loss to Hull City on the opening weekend. Ferdinand noted that United remains in transition under their new manager, despite recent signings including Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos. He expressed skepticism about any team challenging Arsenal this season, citing their stability compared to other clubs. Ferdinand emphasized that Manchester United's current situation must be recognized when considering their season goals.

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•Ferdinand advises Manchester United to target top four this season.
•United lost 2-0 to Hull City in their opening match.
•The club is undergoing a transition under a new manager.
•Recent signings include Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos.
•Ferdinand doubts any team can challenge Arsenal's dominance.

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7:40 AMYahoo Sports — Rio Ferdinand sets ‘realistic’ target for Manchester United’s season

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Rio Ferdinand does not believe Manchester United can challenge for the Premier League title and insists the club should be happy with a ‘top-four’ finish.Manchester United suffered a setback on th...
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