Jimenez is enjoying another productive season at the Molineux Stadium as his 17 league goals have propelled Nuno Esperito Santo’s men towards the brink of European football.
The 29-year-old Mexico forward’s impressive performances has seen him linked with a step up to a bigger club.
Manchester United are well stocked in attack, with the likes of Anthony Martial, Mason Greenwood and Odion Ighalo all able to operate through the middle, but Ferdinand is adamant Jimenez will bring a different dimension if he makes a move to Old Trafford.
‘I think Wolves will do well to keep hold of him,’ Ferdinand told BT Sport.
‘I think he’s a player with immense talent and I think his goal scoring record over the last two years has been really good.
‘Before that, his record was a bit shady, but he has come to the Premier League and hit the ground running. He’s been a breath of fresh air.
‘As you can tell, he seems a great character around the place, and for a top club, I wouldn’t be surprised if they are sniffing.
‘We’ve seen it in the media reports in the last few days that clubs are looking.’
When asked if United should make a move for Jimenez, Ferdinand said: ‘I wouldn’t say no at all. I think he’s something different to what they’ve got.
‘What I like about him is he scores all types of goals. He’s at the back post heading things and bullying defenders, and he can score tremendous goals out of nothing.’
