Former captain returns to Elland Rd in red shirt of Manchester

TERRY VENABLES has made an impassioned plea for Leeds’ hot-headed fans to cut out the aggro when Rio Ferdinand makes an explosive return to Elland Road today.

Former captain returns to Elland Rd in red shirt of Manchester

Just two months following his record-breaking £30million departure to Manchester United, the former Leeds captain can expect a volatile reception from angry Whites supporters.

They showed their feelings during Leeds' pre-season tour of Australia and the Far East shortly after Ferdinand's departure, with an abusive banner.

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