Ferdinand out until 2010 - injured Man United ace will miss at least 15 matches

Published: 19 Nov 2009 - 11:54:33

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Ferdinand out until 2010 - injured Man United ace will miss at least 15 matches

Rio Ferdinand has been ruled out of action until after the New Year after being told he needs at least six weeks of rest and physio work to heal his injured back. The Manchester United centre-back has been plagued by back trouble since last season and the issue is said to have contributed to several poor displays this term, as well as causing other problems elsewhere in his body. But Ferdinand is now ready to cure the problem for good, even if it means a lengthy lay-off, according to the Sun. Out of form: Rio Ferdinand (right) is outmuscled by Fernando Torres, who scored Liverpool's first goal against Manchester United in October's match at Anfield The England defender had hoped to be back by the start of December, but is likely to miss United's 11 remaining fixtures in 2009, adding to the four games he has sat out since the 2-0 loss at Liverpool in October. United medical staff are investigating the possibility that Ferdinand, 31, might need his hip realigned to relieve strain on other parts of his body, including his back, says the newspaper. Meanwhile Ferdinand's defensive colleague Nemanja Vidic should be ready to play against Everton on Saturday after suffering no complication to his calf injury during his return to action in Serbia's 1-0 win over South Korea. Vidic boost for United after defender returns to action in Serbia strollWhen Harry met Fergie: Redknapp and Sir Alex talk a good gameFergie reveals dealing with pampered players is worst part of being the bossMANCHESTER UNITED FC