Pogba’s relationship with manager Mourinho has come under increased scrutiny in recent months after he was stripped if vice-captaincy duty.
But the Frenchman insists it hasn’t affected him.
“It didn’t affect me,” Pogba continued. “I’m still playing and really happy to play.
“The manager is the one who chooses who is going to be captain.
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Paul Pogba insists his relationship with Jose Mourinho is good (Image: EPA)
“If he takes the armband away, it doesn’t change anything for me.
“I just want to play, perform and give my best for the team, the fans and the club, and that’s it.
“It didn’t really touch me or affect me.”
And fans were quick to laud the Frenchman on his comments.
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“Love Pogba and his confident personel. Amazing midfielder (sic),” one fan wrote.
Another said: “Strong statement from Pogba, give him back the [arm] band!!”
“Finally, THANK YOU POGBA for not making more negative headlines,” a third supporter said.