Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has expressed his disappointment that his former club failed to sign Moroccan international Ayoub Bouaddi, who instead joined rivals Manchester City. Ferdinand lauded Bouaddi’s technical abilities and his capacity to perform under pressure during an appearance on his podcast “Rio Ferdinand Presents.” He indicated regret over Manchester United’s missed opportunity to acquire the talented midfielder. The article, originally published on Hespress – Hespress electronic Moroccan newspaper, highlights Ferdinand’s belief in Bouaddi’s potential. This transfer represents a win for Manchester City and a perceived setback for Manchester United. Ferdinand’s comments underscore the competitive nature of player acquisitions in the top tiers of football. The post originally appeared on Hespress.