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Growing up in West London, Ferdinand did not initially envision a career in professional football. His entry into the game came at the age of 19 when he began playing non-league football. Balancing various jobs, including painting and decorating, he managed to train on the side. He expressed surprise at how far he had come, reflecting on his first experiences at QPR, feeling an “imposter syndrome” in the presence of teammates who were household names.