Man. United Keen To Tie Up Rio Deal

Sir Alex Ferguson says negotiations with Rio Ferdinand over a new contract are moving forward.
The influential 29-year-old centre-half says he is keen to sign a new deal and remain at Old Trafford for the rest of his career.

Reds boss Sir Alex echoed those thoughts, adding: "Of course [we want to sort out a new deal]. We’ve been negotiating for a few weeks now. I don’t think we’re far away, but negotiations these days are never easy.

"Rio's form has been outstanding. I thought in the second half against Roma his interceptions in particular were excellent. He's got great speed which allows him to beat forwards to the ball."
Ferdinand still has two years to run on his deal, but said earlier this week: "I'd like to finish my career at United.

"The club have made an approach to my agent but there's so many games it's difficult to get around the table.

"By the end of the season, if not sooner, it should be done and dusted."