The tactician claims that the Brazilian has the talent to become the best full-back on the globe and was quite happy that he has extended his contract at the helm.
Signed as a teenage sensation in 2008, Rafael da Silva has gone on to become a regular at Old Trafford and a fan favourite for his tireless displays.
Alongside his brother, http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Alex-c4752 Ferguson, who offered Rafael the chance to extend his stay with the Red Devils.
The Selecao starlet did not hesitate to sign a new contract and now sees his current deal run till 2016. Next season, though, he will have to combat the likes of http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Chris-c9006 Smalling for a berth on the right flank, something which Ferguson claims he can easily do due to his undoubted potential.
“Rafael is one of the club’s brightest young prospects. He has no fear of playing and has great belief in himself. Rafael has all the attributes to become one of the best full-backs in the world and I am delighted he has signed a new contract,” the veteran Scotsman was quoted as saying.
The player himself was equally delighted to be playing for the Premier League giants and revealed that he was enjoying his time in Manchester.
“I am so happy to sign a new contract. I love playing for Manchester United. There is a great team spirit here and a real desire to win. My time here has been unbelievable,” he said.
While Rafael has been told to stay put at the club, Fabio has been loaned out to London-based Queens Park http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Patrice-Evra-c29231, while Ezekiel Fryers waits on the sidelines.
Ferguson, luckily, has an array of talented players to choose from when it comes to naming his backline and the former Aberdeen boss surely has some special plans for Rafael, as he clearly holds him in high esteem.
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