Rio Ferdinand has reacted to Manchester United’s links with Myles Lewis-Skelly by insisting they should snap up the youngster.
From Ferdinand’s perspective, the player is worth around £60-70 million this summer.
United and Myles Lewis-Skelly: The state of playIt comes after reports suggested this week that United, as well as Chelsea, have been offered Lewis-Skelly.
Arsenal are seemingly keen on recuperating some funds following their £75 million acquisition of Newcastle United skipper Bruno Guimaraes, who made the switch to the Emirates last Sunday.
As a result, the Gunners board have identified their academy graduate as one of their most valuable assets who could depart without leaving a gaping hole in the squad.
Mikel Arteta’s depth at left-back and in central midfield means Lewis-Skelly is once again facing a battle for minutes heading into 2026/2027, so would it make sense to cash in while his stock is so high?
By the end of Arsenal’s Premier League title-winning campaign in May, the 19-year-old had made only five starts in total throughout his side’s journey to lifting the trophy at Selhurst Park.
He did feature more prominently in the Champions League by starting eight times, but he was an unused substitute on five occasions.
Lewis-Skelly’s record across all competitions last campaign (Transfermarkt)Meanwhile, United are said to favour Lewis Hall over Lewis-Skelly if they are to sign a left-back in this transfer window.
What did Ferdinand have to say about Lewis-Skelly?Weighing in on the speculation surrounding a potential pursuit of the Gunners star, Ferdinand said on his YouTube channel: “If I’m Manchester United right now, I say press the green button and buy him, take him, right now.
“What a player, a top player. He was a massive part of the team when he was brought in towards the end of the season. He contributed to Arsenal winning the league. He was brilliant and came in and produced.
“If he’s on the market and he’s a good price, you have to take him. The good price I’m saying is £60m or £70m.
“If that’s the case, get the chequebook out, slap it down and sign him. No questions asked, I would take him.
“He’s young, a huge talent, can play in two positions, and I think mentally he’s made of the right stuff.”
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