Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has called on midfielder Youri Tielemans to raise his performance levels following an injury to Carlos Baleba.
Baleba sustained a hamstring problem during Manchester United's 3-2 victory over AS Roma in the Champions League at Old Trafford. The midfielder was forced off in the 51st minute of the European clash, with Tielemans coming on to take his spot on the pitch.
According to Daily Post Nigeria, Baleba is now set to miss the club's upcoming Premier League match against Aston Villa at Old Trafford on Sunday. The development presents Tielemans with an opportunity to claim a spot in the starting eleven.
Sharing his thoughts on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, the former United defender stated that the Belgian midfielder needs to make the most of this opening. Ferdinand expressed his satisfaction at seeing Tielemans back in action and pushed him to quickly find his rhythm.
Ferdinand remarked that it was great to see Tielemans back, urging him to build momentum and raise his game during Baleba's spell on the sidelines so he can become an established part of the setup.
United head into Sunday's league fixture against Aston Villa under serious domestic pressure. Michael Carrick has overseen a difficult start to the Premier League campaign, recording just one victory from the club's opening nine matches.
