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Harry Maguire: Manchester United defender may benefit from rest, says Rio Ferdinand

Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire could benefit by being rested by his club, says ex-Red Devils defender Rio Ferdinand.

Maguire, 27, was sent off for England against Denmark on Wednesday as his struggles continued following his arrest in Greece during pre-season.

His side's next game is at Newcastle United on Saturday (kick-off 8pm).

"In these situations - that I've been in as well - you sometimes need to be taken out of the oven," said Ferdinand.

"[Manchester United manager] Ole [Gunnar Solskjaer] has a big job on his hands and I think quite an important role to play in this.