Rio Ferdinand feels Darren
Fletcher is starting to secure the credit many at Manchester United
believe he deserves.
The Scotland international is one of United's unsung heroes, having
been asked to operate in a number of different roles, but his
recent performances have caught the eye.
The way he dominated the midfield during The Red Devils' win over
Roma in the UEFA Champions League drew as much praise as the
performance of Cristiano Ronaldo, while he produced an assured
display at right-back in Saturday's win over Watford.
Ferdinand's departure due to a groin injury paved the way for
Fletcher to move to right-back and the England international feels
the Scot has a key role to play in the final weeks of the
season.
"The fringe players are very important," said Ferdinand.
"Look at Darren Fletcher. He was magnificent against Roma in
central midfield and then he has been asked to play at right-back
and looked as though he has been there all his life.
"He is a fantastic all-round footballer, who is now starting to get
the credit his footballing talent deserves.
"The manager has said all along the players who weren't necessarily
playing at the start of the season are the ones who have to come to
the fore. They have done that."
