The Portuguese wants to bring the former defender back to Old Trafford as he looks to create his backroom team after his appointment following Louis van Gaal's sacking
Jose Mourinho wants to bring Rio Ferdinand back to Manchester United as part of his coaching staff, according to the Daily Mirror .
It is claimed that Mourinho believes the former centre-back has ‘outstanding qualities’ and has made enquiries about the 37-year-old’s availability.
Ferdinand, who was twice the world’s most expensive defender, spent 12 seasons at United, winning six Premier League titles and the Champions League.
Ferdinand currently works as a pundit for BT Sport and will be part of the BBC’s team for Euro 2016.