“Agent Rio,” said one fan.

“When rio tweets, it’s something he already know. Tell us mate,” said a second supporter.

“Surely not Rio…. would be scenes,” replied a third.

A fourth added: “Rio anytime you are on a transfer my heart skips.”

Speaking earlier this year on Niguez, Ferdinand said: “I’ve been harping on about Saul Niguez for a few years now.

“I think he’s a major player. Composed, calm, great left foot, lovely conductor, he can score goals, tactically he’s very aware.”