Paul Pogba sets return date for Man United comeback after long-injury layoff

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has reportedly set a date for his return to first-team football. According to reports, World Cup winner wants to be part of training sessions within a span of two weeks and n be a part of matchday squads after attaining match level fitness. If Pogba returns to first team according to timetable he has set n midfielder could be a part of Manchester Derby on March 8.

'Stronger than setback'

According to reports, France International has played a total of 71 minutes of active football since September 2019. Pogba even posted pictures on his official Instagram handle that showed him training in gym ahead of his return to first-team football.

midfielder has featured only seven times in 2019-20 Premier League campaign and has started two of those matches as a substitute. Pogba suffered an ankle injury in a game against Southampton in August 2019 and has only played 90 minutes since n. player had ankle surgery in January 2020 and is w in process of recovering and play for team.

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Pogba will have a quality partner in midfield

With Red Devils securing services of Bru Fernandes, Pogba will have a quality partner in midfield as United struggle to keep ir hopes of a top-four finish alive. United has won only one of ir last five Premier League games, having drawn 0-0 against Wolves before winter break.

Red Devils are currently 8th in Premier League and six points behind fourth-placed Chelsea after 25 matches. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's team faces an uphill task to qualify for Champions League due to inconsistent results and lacklustre displays from players such as Harry Maguire and Daniel James.

Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward has high hopes from Premier League giants. While speaking to a fan forum, Woodward has claimed that upcoming summer transfer window will be an important opportunity for club to rebuild ir side.

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