Rio Ferdinand still believes Angel Di Maria will show his true colours for Manchester United.
The Argentine has struggled in his debut season in England after joining United for £59.7million from Real Madrid in the summer which has prompted plenty of criticism from outsiders.
One of those not in the Old Trafford dressing room any longer is QPR defender Ferdinand but he suggests that Di Maria certainly has the talent to turn things around with the Red Devils.
"I thought Di Maria was a great signing for United and I still think he was a good signing because he is a top player," Ferdinand told Goal.com.
"He was arguably Madrid's best player last year, him and (Cristiano) Ronaldo were their standout players. I think he is a highly talented player.
"But it always takes time for a player to adapt to his new surroundings, especially when you go to a foreign league. Not every player can be like Ronaldo and just turn up and instantly become a superstar. Maybe it will take Di Maria a bit longer. It might take him a year, you never know.
"But his style does suit the Premier League. He is quick, runs at people, hungry to create chances and commit people. I think he is a very talented player and I like him."
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