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Rio Ferdinand names next Manchester United captain as Alejandro Garnacho makes honest admission

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Here are your Tuesday evening Manchester United headlines. Ferdinand's next captain Rio Ferdinand believes Bruno Fernandes is destined to become Manchester United's permanent captain next season.

Speaking on the latest episode of his FIVE podcast, the ex-United legend was in awe of Fernandes' contribution in the 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

Erik ten Hag's side got back to winning ways after the disappointment of drawing away to Tottenham Hotspur, with the Portuguese international netting the winner. ALSO READ: Matic makes Man United title prediction Fernandes has worn the armband in the absence of Harry Maguire this campaign - with the centre-back's future at Old Trafford uncertain given his lack of minutes across the season.

And Ferdinand, who enjoyed rubbing United's victory over Unai Emery's side in, feels Fernandes is absolutely ready to take on the responsibility. "Unai Emery was producing miracles, and who steps up to stop him?

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