Published 16:49 IST, August 25th 2020

Paul Pogba meets young fan, gets emotional after talking about love for football

2018 World Cup winner and Manchester United star Paul Pogba made a young fan's day after talking to him about his Premier League dream in a busy restaurant.

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Man United's upturn in fortunes after arrival of Bru Fernandes in January has seen 2018 World Cup winner Paul Pogba make a massive U-turn on his stay at Old Trafford. Red Devils' record signing last summer claimed that he was looking for a new challenge, with reports linking him with a move to Real Madrid and former club Juventus. However, Paul Pogba's nt Mi Raiola confirmed this week that midfielder is set to sign a new contract, much to appreciation of Manchester United fans.

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Man United star Paul Pogba meets young fan, talks about his Premier League dream 

In an Instagram video uploaded by Man United star, Paul Pogba met a young fan while out at a restaurant. youngster was clearly overwhelmed and was reduced to tears when his idol sat down for a chat with him. Paul Pogba and boy, Luke, discussed idea of playing in Premier League toger, and Man United star was himself on verge of crying.

During ir chat, 2018 World Cup winner asked youngster wher he would play with him or against him. Luke, who plays right-back, said that he would "love" to play toger. However, if duo ever faced off against each or, Luke joked that he would come out on top. At end of clip, Man United star gave Luke a fist-bump. 

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(Im Courtesy: Paul Pogba Instagram)

Paul Pogba contract: 2018 World Cup star close to a new deal with Red Devils

Paul Pogba missed a significant part of 2019-20 campaign due to a niggling injury before making a return during Premier League restart. 27-year-old quickly developed a partnership with January signing Bru Fernandes, helping Red Devils achieve Champions League qualification for coming season. While season saw Man United fail to bag any silverware, Paul Pogba is hopeful and believes in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's rebuilding project.

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In a recent interview with Sky Sports Italy, Mi Raiola said that Paul Pogba is a crucial player for Manchester United and is "100% included" in club's project. Pogba's nt added that Man United will t entertain any bids for midfield ace and negotiations for a new deal for Frenchman will begin soon. current Pogba contract expires in 2021, and new agreement is likely to tie him down for ar five years. 

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16:49 IST, August 25th 2020