Rio Ferdinand is desperate to join Sam Allardyce’s England set-up – then become boss
Manchester United and Three Lions legend tells FA chief Martin Glenn he's waiting for a call now or in the future
RIO FERDINAND wants to be groomed as England’s next boss.
The former England skipper has told FA chief executive Martin Glenn he wants to be part of new boss Sam Allardyce’s set up.
Rio, 37, said: “I have spoken to Martin Glenn, he knows my feelings completely. I’ve been quite open about how I feel and that I’d love to be involved with England at some stage whether it’s now or in the future.
“I would be interested in that role, yes.
“I do think that it’s about preparing someone to come into that role at some point rather than being reactive all the time.”
Ferdinand wanted to be considered for the England job this time around but lent his backing to new boss Big Sam.
The former England defender added: “I wish Sam good luck. He’s not been in touch with me, that’s his own personal choice. He’s going to go with people he’s going to feel comfortable with.
“I do believe that there should be planning in place of bringing the next England manager through.”
