Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand claims he 'saved' Leeds United from bankruptcy with his move to the Red Devils in 2002.
The former England international had spent two seasons with the Yorkshire side before leaving for a British-record £30million fee to join Man United amid the club's financial struggles.
The 43-year-old has now opened up on that time during his career and suggested that he was lied to about the severity of the situation.
When asked about Leeds' situation in 2002 on the FilthyFellas Podcast, Ferdinand said: 'I ducked out mate.