Sportskeeda's list of 10 most expensive defenders of all time

#4 - Rio Ferdinand to Manchester United (£39.10 Million)

Did Ferdinand justify his price tag at Manchester United?

Rio Ferdinand’s transfer from Leeds to Manchester United in 2002 was an extortionate fee for a defender at the time and was a transfer record when it happened.

Despite the large fee, many United fans would argue that he justified the price as he enjoyed a very successful period with the Red Devils during his 12-year stay with the club, winning six league titles in the process.

Ferdinand is one of the most successful British defenders of all time and is regarded as one of the best centre-backs of the Premier League era.