1

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has launched a defence of Amad, firing back at the forward’s critics this season.

Amad still getting used to wing-back role

For large parts of Ruben Amorim’s tenure at United so far, the Portuguese coach has primarily deployed Amad in a right-wing-back role.

Naturally a winger by trade, it has been a big adjustment for Amad, especially due to him shouldering more defensive responsibilities.

But, he remains as influential as ever in attack, with the Ivorian particularly striking a deadly partnership with Bryan Mbeumo. Amad has been crucial to United’s resurgence over the past few weeks. However, calls for him to play higher up the pitch have not gone away completely.

The pressure to deploy him closer to goal intensified after his defensive mishap, which saw Nottingham Forest breach Senne Lammens’ goal during last weekend’s 2-2 draw.

Amad also scored the goal that drew United level at the City Ground.

At times this term, Amad has been harshly criticised and Ferdinand has now swung to the player’s defence.

Ferdinand defends Amad

Speaking on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, the ex-England international said, “I think we get too caught up in...