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Rio Ferdinand hails 'nonchalance' of Man United star following lengthy injury lay-off after he returned against Athletic Bilbao

Rio Ferdinand has hailed the 'nonchalance' of a Manchester United star who made his return from injury in the Europa League semi-final win against Athletic Bilbao.

Ruben Amorim's side secured an all-important 3-0 win against the Basque side in what was a febrile atmosphere at San Mames.

The Portuguese manager will be delighted to take such a healthy advantage to Old Trafford against a side who boast the best defence in LaLiga this season.

However, the home side made their task more difficult when they were reduced to 10 men on 35 minutes, shortly after Casemiro had opened the scoring for the visitors.