“I think he’s the only one capable of playing on a high level, the rest of the squad are nothing to write home about. So Amorim is going to build the team around him” – Rio Ferdinand believes that one Manchester United player stands out as the “only” one currently performing near top form, a quality Ferdinand sees as crucial for Ruben Amorim’s success at the club. This standout player’s consistent displays will likely be pivotal in shaping Amorim’s strategy as he seeks to revitalize United’s performances.

Rio Ferdinand has asserted that Bruno Fernandes is the only Manchester United player who has consistently delivered high-level performances as Ruben Amorim prepares to take over at Old Trafford.

Amorim, leaving Sporting CP to succeed Erik ten Hag from November 11, will aim to lift a United side struggling in 13th place in the Premier League.

The Red Devils triggered Amorim’s £9.25 million release clause, recognizing the 39-year-old Portuguese manager’s rapid rise in European football.

Interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy is overseeing United until Amorim officially steps in after the November international break.

During a Champions League discussion on TNT Sports, Ferdinand emphasized United’s ongoing challenges, pointing out that the current squad lacks consistency—an essential quality for title contention.

Ferdinand underscored Fernandes as the standout, consistently performing since joining United, and believes other players will look to Amorim for inspiration to reach their full potential.

“Bruno is probably the closest to it,” Ferdinand noted, adding, “The others should be hoping that Amorim brings out the best in them to reach the level their potential suggests.”