When Rigobert Song signed for West Ham United for £2.5 million in the year 2000, The club identified him as a possible replacement for Rio Ferdinand, who was transferred to Leeds United.
Wann de Rigobert Song fir West Ham United fir 2.5 Milliounen Euro am Joer 2000 signéiert huet, huet de Club him als méiglech Ersatz fir Rio Ferdinand, deen op Leeds United iwwerdroe gouf.