Rio Ferdinand set to announce plans to take up professional boxing

Rio Ferdinand is expected to announce his intention to take up professional boxing at the age of 38.

The former Manchester United centre-half is due to make a "major news announcement" on Tuesday, when it is understood he will confirm plans to enter the ring.

Ferdinand has posted regular videos on his social media accounts showing him in boxing training, and he was at Wembley in April to see Anthony Joshua's epic heavyweight contest with Wladimir Klitschko.

Source: Sky Sports