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Published 11:19 IST, November 10th 2020

France boss Didier Deschamps hints at Paul Pogba's dismal relationship with Man United

France manager Didier Deschamps has hit out at Man United stating that midfielder Paul Pogba is not happy with his role at Old Trafford.

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France superstar Paul Pogba has enjoyed a mixed stint with Manchester United, particularly under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Pogba has often been linked with a move away from Old Trafford, with Real Madrid and Juventus considered as the ideal destinations for the Frenchman. Casting further doubts over the midfielder's role, national team manager Didier Deschamps has stated that Pogba is unhappy at Old Trafford. 

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Didier Deschamps hints at Paul Pogba's unhappiness at Man United 

Pogba has struggled since the start of the current season, moving in and out of the team, followed by coronavirus struggles. Now, France manager Deschamps has stated that Pogba is unhappy at Man United. Solskjaer has opted for the trio of Fred, Scott McTominay and Bruno Fernandes in midfield, much to the Frenchman's dismay. 

Pogba has received the national team call-up for the games against Finland, Portugal and Sweden. Deschamps was quizzed about the midfielder's situation during a press conference this week. The manager did not hide his anguish at his star player's situation with the Old Trafford outfit. 

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Deschamps hints at Pogba transfer 

The manager insisted that Pogba is facing a situation wherein he cannot be happy with his playing time as well as his positioning. "He is not in his best period, he has had a series of injuries and the COVID-19 which has hit him quite hard. He needs to find his rhythm."

Deschamps, however, insisted he has no such problems with the Man United midfielder. When a player is in discomfort with his club, he finds solace while playing with the French national team, the 2018 World Cup-winning manager stated. Deschamps' comments come after Pogba's statements on Real Madrid's advances during the previous international break. 

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Pogba to Juventus next summer?

Pogba claimed it is, of course, a dream for every footballer to play for Real Madrid. He stated it would be a wish come true for him to play at the Santiago Bernabeu someday. His agent Mino Raiola has also hinted at a move to the Spanish capital. Moreover, he has also been rumoured to return to Juventus next summer. Man United have since triggered a one-season extension in his contract which will see him ply his trade in the red half of Manchester until 2022.

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Image courtesy: AP, Paul Pogba Twitter 

11:19 IST, November 10th 2020