Ferdinand calls out 'fear factor' holding back black managers

The former Manchester United defender believes the decision makers at clubs remain concerned about hiring coaches of colour at the highest level

Rio Ferdinand believes cold, hard cash helped to break down barriers for black players in the English game, but feels they remain firmly in place in the managerial ranks.

In an exclusive interview with Goal, former Manchester United and England captain Ferdinand suggests the success of black players over the last three decades has ensured discrimination is no longer an issue for talented young players hoping to make the grade with the Premier League's biggest clubs.

Yet Ferdinand suggests the lack of opportunities handed to black managers during the…