The saga surrounding Paul Pogba’s Manchester United future had felt a decidedly one-sided one. Whether it was Mino Raiola announcing his Old Trafford career was “over” or the player himself talking up his “dream” move to Real Madrid.
Pogba’s recent performances have also strengthened his bargaining position, with the 27-year-old showing the kind of form everyone associated with the club has craved.
But the fact that it was a player who had the upper hand, marked a worrying development in United’s standing. Get the latest news straight into your inbox!
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