Manchester United England defender, Rio Ferdinand, thanked new draftee of the club, Dimitar Berbatov, for his role in inspiring Wayne Rooney.
Rooney has scored five goals in last three appearances in England’s color, after going through a draught in the international arena for a year.
Ferdinand believes that arrival of Berbatov on the deadline-day of transfer period at the Old Trafford Club has helped in lifting the game of former Everton forward.
In an interview, Ferdinand said ‘Rooney has been confident and playing well in the past few games.’
‘To be honest, amongst the few reasons, which made me happy in regards to Berbatov signing, was that I had a feeling he is going to inspire other players of the club for stepping their game up to another level.’
‘It is not just forwards, but other players in the club too, who have felt the impact of his arrival. When new players arrive, this is what generally happens.’
‘Everyone are looking forward to impress the new player and show him, why they are a Red Devil.’
‘Initially, I felt Rooney and Berbatov are going to be great in pair. However, what I’ve noticed is that Rooney has become better individually and started playing in another zone after his arrival.’
Meanwhile, Carlos Tevez has distanced himself from media’s criticism of being out of form in the current season.
Speaking to PA Sports, Argentinean striker said ‘I am not facing difficulties playing in the Premier League.’
‘Neither the position I play nor do long periods staying goalless worry me, if my team is playing well. And currently, we are getting back to winning ways in every league that we are a part of.’
