Anton leaves QPR by mutual consent... on the SAME day as Rio celebrates 10 years at Man United

Anton Ferdinand has left Queens Park Rangers by mutual consent, on the same day as his brother Rio celebrates 10 years at Manchester United.



The 28-year-old, who spent the second half of last season on loan at at Turkish club Bursaspor, is free to find another club.



It brings an end to a turbulent time at Loftus Road for the central defender, who was deemed surplus to requirements by Harry Redknapp two months after his arrival following the sacking of Mark Hughes.

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Ferdinand, who has played in the Premier League for Sunderland and West Ham United, made 49 appearances for Rangers since joining them in 2011.



And the news comes 24 hours prior to Rio enjoying a testimonial for Man United against Sevilla at Old Trafford, with the pair having contrasting careers since starting at West Ham.



Rio has recently published a book, named 'Rio: My Decade as a Red' and conducted a signing for supporters on Thursday.



Book launch: Rio Ferdinand has documented his 10 years at Manchester United