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Smalling learning every day working with Man Utd defenders Ferdinand, Vidic

Chris Smalling has again spoken of how much he is learning at Manchester United working alongside Nemanja Vidic and Rio Ferdinand.

The young defender says he's improving every day at United.

Smalling told MUTV: "It is a massive boost for me to play with Vidic. He is one of the world's best central defenders so to get the chance to learn my trade next to him is invaluable. He is always talking to me, which makes my job a lot easier when I step into the team.

"Vidic has had the biggest impact on the team this season. That is why we have been so solid at the back. He has been an ever-present, which just shows how formidable he has been this season.

"His partnership with Rio Ferdinand is something I admired from afar even before I came here. To be able to train with them each day, interact with them and pick up bits and pieces is just a bonus."

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