Ferdinand has been linked with a move to the American MLS, but Ferguson insists the England international will see out his contract at Old Trafford.
“Rio’s been a great player for us and it’s important to explain his present position,” said the United boss.
“There’s absolutely nothing wrong with that, absolutely not. I have no issues at all with Rio, he can play for another couple of years quite easily.
“He’s got a part to play. He’s got experience and he’s good in the dressing room, players look up to him.
“He’s a big figure in our dressing room, so that will continue. I have no thoughts of letting him go.”
He added: “Rio is not as quick as he was five years ago, that happens.
“People do lose their pace but he’s adjusting his game accordingly.
“We’ve been building a team for the day Gary and Ferdinand left, it’s a fact.
“We have to look ahead and there’s nothing wrong with that, but it shouldn’t mean that Rio looks upon it as the end of his football life.”
