Ferdinand doubt for United

19 September 2009 11:48
Rio Ferdinand is a major doubt for Manchester United's derby clash with local rivals City at Old Trafford. Ferdinand sat out Tuesday night's Champions League win over Besiktas with a groin injury and Sir Alex Ferguson is not convinced the £29.1million defender will recover in time. If Ferdinand does miss out, Jonny Evans will retain his place, while Dimitar Berbatov and Darren Fletcher are likely to return as United look to end the Blues' 100% record. Paul Scholes is suspended following his dismissal at Tottenham last weekend.

Source: Eurosport