06.01.11 | tribalfootball.com
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Manchester United bossSir Alex Ferguson sees Rafael da Silva as his long-term right-back.
Gary Neville has made just four appearances in all competitions this season and his loss of pace was exposed at West Brom last Saturday, with the 35-year-old fortunate not to be sent off and concede a penalty following a badly-time challenge on Graham Dorrans.
Rafael, in contrast, has emerged as first-choice right-back with Ferguson admitting that the 20 year-old has made impressive progress in recent months.
“Injury opens doors and the succession of setbacks suffered by Gary Neville has provided Rafael with more opportunities than he perhaps expected at this stage of his career,” Ferguson said.
“He is one of several players who have moved their careers forward when they have been brought into the team.”
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