Rio Ferdinand believes Luis Antonio Valencia has now settled at Manchester United Football Club.

The Ecuadorian left Wigan Athletic in a big-money summer move to Old Trafford, and he scored his first goal for the club in the 2-1 win over Bolton Wanderers on Saturday.

Valencia followed that up with the only goal of the game against CSKA Moscow in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, and he is certainly impressing Ferdinand.

"I think everyone is very pleased with what Antonio has done," said the England defender. "He is always available, always backing himself on the ball and doesn't mind a bit of contact.

“He is a strong lad and that's what you want.

"He's playing well and I'm sure he will keep improving and keep scoring goals."

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