Rio Ferdinand has hit out at Graeme Souness for criticising Manchester United duo Lisandro Martinez and Casemiro.
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Argentine defender Martinez and Brazilian midfielder Casemiro both arrived at Old Trafford over the summer, signing from Ajax and Real Madrid respectively.
The duo are quickly becoming fans’ favourites at United, with Martinez praised for his tenacious defending and Casemiro credited for bringing quality and composure to the midfield.
Despite their impact this season, Souness questioned both players in an interview with talkSPORT earlier this week.