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Manchester United star Pogba was frequently at war with Mourinho during their two-and-a-half years at Old Trafford together.
Things between the two started well enough with the club scooping the EFL Cup and Europa League titles in their first season together.
Soon after, however, and their relationship at Manchester United appeared to crumble. Spats between the two became so frequent that, by the end, one really had to make way.
Jose Mourinho was that man with the Red Devils confirming his sacking in a terse, 65-word statement last week.
And the Daily Mail say Pogba frequently angered the 55-year-old, despite Mourinho often being ‘charmed’ by the midfielder.
It is said his appetite for dancing and practicing handshakes was one of the reasons behind their feud.
Pogba is a popular figure at United and, amid his Mourinho war, had the backing of most of the dressing room.
That was apparent on Saturday where players flocked around him during their 5-1 win over Cardiff.
Mourinho supposedly detested the World Cup winner regularly breaking into song.
And the Daily Mail say a second reason was that Pogba fell for the trappings of a footballer’s life.
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Man Utd news: Jose Mourinho found Paul Pogba's haircuts an issue (Image: GETTY)
Even yesterday, the United star teased a big announcement.
But, as some wondered whether he was primed to announce a contract extension, the 25-year-old instead released his official ‘Pogmoji’ app.
A third reason Mourinho fell out with Pogba was over his haircuts.
The United star would often call celebrity hairdresser Ahmed Alsanawi into the club’s hotel before matches.
And, once there, Alsanawi would ensure the 25-year-old look his best.
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Man Utd news: Paul Pogba could now flourish away from Jose Mourinho (Image: GETTY)
Much to Mourinho’s dismay, however, other players would follow suit.
And that, it seems, only added to the bad blood at United between both Pogba and his former manager.
Pogba insists, though, that he is grateful to Mourinho for making him a better player.
“I know you’re waiting for something about Jose, about the result today,” he said.
“Obviously, we are very happy with the result. We played well, the performance of the team was great and I know you want to ask me but, ‘Oh yeah with Jose..’
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“With Jose, we won trophies and I want to thank him for that. Not everything worked well but things went well, we won trophies.
“Winning trophies makes you improve as a person as well and that’s it. That’s the past. I want to thank him for that.
“I’m sure all the players are now looking to the next game, the points, and we have to go back into and we want to go back to the top of the league.