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Shocking Revelation: Ferdinand Says 'Sometimes I Need a Wheelchair' – Man United Legend Reveals Toll of His Career

Published February 10, 2026, 17:25
Shocking Revelation: Ferdinand Says 'Sometimes I Need a Wheelchair' – Man United Legend Reveals Toll of His Career

Rio Ferdinand, a legend of Manchester United, has revealed he is facing serious health problems after retiring from football, including severe back pain that sometimes forces him to use a wheelchair. Ferdinand stated that he played in pain for six years, resorting to injections and painkillers. Despite his current good physical condition, the chronic strain from his career has left a significant mark on his body. He has moved to Dubai with his family and is following a holistic rehabilitation approach, working with a physiotherapist and trainer, trying to stabilize his health.