Rio!

Few in the history of football have achieved such greatness so young and so fast as Rio Ferdinand. Signed by West Ham at 17, it wasn't long before Rio was selected to represent his country at international level. At 21, he was transferred to Leeds for &163;18 million, then a record for a defender, where his skill and hard work soon earned him his captaincy. Now he has signed to Manchester United for &163;30 million and once more broken all records. Rio is ready to take his place amongst the legends of football. This is his incredible story.

Wensley Clarkson is the bestselling author of titles which have been translated into eighteen languages worldwide.