Manchester United fullback Rafael da Silva believes he could eventually play in midfield.

Rafael featured in midfield in victory over Blackburn Rovers.

Asked if he was surprised, Rafael told manutd.com: "A little bit, yeah. But I've played there before for United so I knew what was expected of me. When the manager told me I was playing in midfield I wasn't worried. I just thought, 'I'm ready, let's play!'.

"I'm a professional footballer so I'll play anywhere. I probably did a little better when I moved back to my normal position, but I felt comfortable in midfield and would do it again. Maybe I'll move there for good when I get a bit older. You never know! After all, look at Ryan Giggs and the way he has changed over the years. He's even played at left back once or twice."