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Steven Gerrard not interested in Rio Ferdinand's England opinion

England captain Steven Gerrard claims that he is not concerned by Rio Ferdinand's criticism of the Three Lions' lack of "identity".

Steven Gerrard has dismissed Rio Ferdinand's claims that England are currently lacking an identity on the field.

The Manchester United defender recently suggested that the Three Lions are struggling to impose a footballing ideology into their play.

However, Gerrard revealed that he was unconcerned by the centre-back's opinion ahead of tonight's friendly against Scotland.

"To be honest with you I am not really interested in what Rio Ferdinand has got to say about this group of players," Gerrard told reporters.

"When you play for England there is always a lot of opinions outside the group, especially in a World Cup year. There is going to be more people voicing their opinions but when we're inside nobody takes much notice of what is being said on the outside.

"I think [this team] does [have an identity]. I think we have a good team, some top players and I am really confident we can prove it this year."

Gerrard also recently gave his backing to the calls for Jack Wilshere to become England's next captain.

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