‘Rio must be high’ - Fans hit out at Ferdinand for suggesting Saka should be played at left-back

Saka was in action in England’s first game in the Euro 2024 and created the winning goal for the Three Lions in their narrow win against Serbia.

However, despite his performance, he has been criticised by pundits who insist he needs to perform on a bigger stage.

The English international has scored 11 goals and provided 8 assists in 32 appearances for the Three Lions.

Saka has been an outstanding performer for England in the last two years, winning the Three Lions Best Player Award twice.

However, Ferdinand has claimed that the Arsenal star should be used in the left-back position due to injuries to players.

Ferdinand said, as reported by Arsenal News Channel on X, "Yeah, if Shaw’s not fit, then 100 percent, we’re bang in trouble.

“We would have to put Saka at left-back. I’d play Saka at left-back then I would. If you ain’t got Shaw and you ain’t got Trippier then I would play Saka at left-back. I’d play it where, as soon as we get possession, Saka is a left winger.”

Ferdinand’s comment has led to a lot of fans having a go at the Manchester United legend for his suggestion.

One fan said, “Rio must be high on something.”

Another fan said, “That's why you are not the coach, man.”

A fan replied, “If Saka gets put at LB against Denmark, I hope England gets pumped because that is absolutely outrageous.”

Another fan typed, “Why is your darling Foden not playing left back? He's left-footed too.”