Ferdinand an injury doubt for Arsenal clash at The Emirates
By Neil Ashton
Last updated at 10:38 PM on 16th January 2012
Rio Ferdinand is a doubt for Manchester United’s clash with Arsenal on Sunday after suffering concussion at the weekend.
The United defender must pass a series of rigorous cognitive tests by the club’s medical department this week to be available for the match at the Emirates.
Fitness race: Rio Ferdinand is a doubt for Manchester United's trip to Arsenal
Ferdinand claimed on Twitter that he ‘could not remember’ what happened during United’s 3-0 victory over Bolton at Old Trafford on Saturday.
He also admitted he had suffered concussion, which under previous FA rules meant he would automatically miss the next 10 days.
Cause for concern: Sir Alex Ferguson is facing an injury dilemma at the back
But the FA have relaxed the guidelines and Ferdinand, 33, will now be put through a thorough medical examination.
United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is counting on one of his most experienced defenders for the title run-in after losing captain Nemanja Vidic with a long-term knee injury.
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