Curtis Woodhouse gives support to Rio Ferdinand ahead of boxing career

Curtis Woodhouse has given his reaction to reports that Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand is planning to embark on a new career in professional boxing.

The retired footballer, who now works as a pundit for BT Sport, is expected to announce his plans in a statement on Tuesday.

Ferdinand would be following in the footsteps of Woodhouse, who became British super-lightweight champion in 2014 after ending his football career.

The former Sheffield United midfielder gave his response to the rumours, writing on Twitter: "What's wrong with these footballers!! Wish Rio Ferdinand all the very best if he decides to give pro boxing a go. Who is anybody to say what he can or can't do. Live ya life."

The former centre-back retired from football in 2015 following spells at West Ham United, Leeds United, Manchester United and Queens Park Rangers.