Phil Jones: I want to be the new Rio Ferdinand at Manchester United 同埋
Manchester United signing Phil Jones has said he wants to become the new Rio Ferdinand after agreeing a £16.5 million move from Blackburn Rovers.
Jones, 19, is seen as Ferdinand's long-term replacement at Old Trafford and turned down interest from Liverpool and Arsenal to join Sir Alex Ferguson's United team.
He told The Sun: "I've always said I aspire to follow John Terry, Michael Dawson, Rio Ferdinand - I always watch what they do and try and learn from them.
"Defending isn't just about tackling and heading, it's also about getting the ball down and playing. Starting the attack from the back.
"Getting forward is a natural part of my game. I like to step in and take the strikers out of the game.
"If you have that in your game and can do it well, it's only going to benefit the team as well."
Jones still lives with his parents in Chorley, Lancashire, and it was the chance to stay close to them that was key in his decision to shun interest from Arsene Wenger.
Jones said: "To be honest, I think I'd be more than capable of looking after myself and being responsible. That wouldn't faze me at all.
"I'd have no problem moving anywhere but I'm happy at home, I don't see the need to rush into things. I still have the same mates I've always had.
"My mates pick up the paper on a Saturday morning and will say to me, 'Oh, you're in the paper again' - but it just goes in one ear and out the other.
"I just concentrate on my football. Compliments are nice and I appreciate it but I just focus on improving myself as a player."
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