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Ferdinand 'out of order completely' to take aim at Jones, says Man Utd boss Solskjaer

The defender has not played an official match since January 2020 and his manager is sympathetic to his struggle

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has defended Phil Jones from criticism from Rio Ferdinand, saying the former Manchester United defender was "out of order" for his comments.

Jones has struggled with injuries throughout his time at Old Trafford and has not made a single appearance for the club since January 2020.

Ferdinand said this week that his former team-mate "should’ve gone ages ago" and is taking up space in the squad that could be given to a youth player.