MANCHESTER: Manchester United winger Antonio Valencia suffered a suspected dislocated and fractured ankle during the 0-0 Champions League draw with Rangers, manager Sir Alex Ferguson said.

Valencia was stretchered off following a sliding challenge from Kirk Broadfoot in the second half at Old Trafford.

Ferguson told Sky Sports: "He has gone to hospital. It looks as if it is a dislocation and a fracture.

"It`s a bad one, it will keep him out for a long time. He seemed to dig his toe in the turf."

Ferguson stunned Old Trafford by making 10 changes to the team which drew 3-3 at Everton in the Premier Legaue on Saturday including recalling Wayne Rooney who was rested from that match following allegations over his private life.

Rio Ferdinand also returned while Darren Fletcher was the only player to survive the cull of the team which played against Everton.

Despite the changes, Ferguson was adamant he had made the right decision.

"The criticism will be why didn`t I play a stronger team," said the United manager.

"I think I played a very strong team. People forget eight of them played against Chelsea in the Community Shield. This is a terrific squad. We have no problem playing them.

"We should have won that game, but give credit to Rangers, their system is very difficult to break down.

"We played with intensity and commitment. But Rangers just went back to the penalty box and it was successful."

Rangers defender David Weir said his team`s conservative tactical approach paid dividends.

"It`s a great start, we`re delighted with a point," said the veteran international.

"We were very defensive but thankfully came out with a result. Our possession was a little bit disappointing in the first half but it was a bit better in the second and we got ourselves up the pitch a little bit."

BDST: 1555 HRS, SEPTEMBER 15, 2010