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Sir Alex Ferguson made Paul Pogba cry: Star's mum opens up on Man United struggle
SIR ALEX FERGUSON has come under criticism from Paul Pogba's mother, who revealed the former Manchester United manager made her son cry in his office.
Paul Pogba quit Sir Alex Ferguson's Man Utd in 2012 and could now sign for Real Madrid
Pogba quit United in 2012 after three years at the club to join Juventus on a free transfer.
Ferguson was furious with the move, claiming the Frenchman had shown a lack of respect in his decision to snub a new contract.
The 23-year-old has since grown into one of the most sought-after players in European football, with United supposedly keen to re-sign him.
United are the bookmakers' favourite to sign Pogba from Juventus this summer, with Chelsea also supposedly keen.
Juve want £78million (€100m) for their start man - a price no suitor has yet met.
Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain are also reportedly considering an offer but Spanish newspaper Marca claim Real Madrid will push for a deal this summer.
Pogba (right) progressed through the youth ranks at Manchester United
Paul Pogba and Bacary Sagna put on mesmerising skill show during France training
According to the report, Real will prepare for their impending year-long transfer ban by splashing the cash before September.
Real and city rivals Atletico Madrid face a two-window transfer ban for breaking FIFA regulations on signing of players under the age of 18.
Marca claim Real will effectively not be able to sign anyone in 2017 and are therefore ready to invest heavily in the squad.
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