Man Utd: Pogba is part of the plan going forward says Solskjaer
Manchester United star Paul Pogba’s relationship with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has reportedly cooled.
Pogba played under the Norwegian during his time in the Red Devils academy and, when Solskjaer was given the manager’s job permanently in March, the France international was delighted.
However, United’s season derailed and they ended last season outside of the Champions League qualifying slots - prompting the France international to push to a move to Real Madrid.
Yet Spanish newspaper Marca claim that, in the wake of Pogba’s decision to try and leave, his relationship with Solskjaer has now changed.
He’s had to make do without Pogba for much of the season, with the France international struggling with an injury.
When grilled on when the World Cup winner would return on Thursday, the United manager said: "David will be ready for Sunday but we didn't take a risk of travelling here with him.
"Paul, no."
United fans remain split on Pogba.
They acknowledge that, on his day, the midfielder ranks as one of the best and robust players in world football.
Man Utd star Paul Pogba's relationship with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has cooled (Image: GETTY)
Man Utd star Paul Pogba wanted to join Real Madrid in the transfer window (Image: GETTY)
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“I’m not always sure he’s a player who is consistent and makes the difference all the time.
“For the profile he has got, you’re hoping he makes the difference. He doesn’t always make the difference, but do I think he should stay at Manchester United? Yes, I do.
“I don’t think he wins games like [Lionel] Messi does for Barcelona or [Cristiano] Ronaldo does for Juventus, but I still think he’s a really talented player. He has got a lot to give.
“Watching him at his best was when he was at Juventus, he played a little bit further forward, he got nearer the box more often.
“If you were picking the Manchester United team, Pogba would be in their midfield at the moment, that’s for sure.”