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Paul Pogba: Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is doing this wrong - Thierry Henry
PAUL POGBA is being played in the wrong position at Manchester United.
Jose Mourinho hits back at Paul Pogba critics
That’s the view of Arsenal legend Thierry Henry.
Pogba has struggled for consistency during his debut season at Old Trafford following his £89m move from Juventus last summer.
The midfielder has netted eight goals for the Red Devils this term but Henry reckons he could contribute more to the team if Jose Mourinho played him further up the pitch in a similar role to where he starred for Juventus.
"It was always going to be difficult for Paul Pogba," Henry told Sky Sports.
Paul Pogba has scored eight goals for Manchester United this season
They don't use Pogba where he should be playing - he's not a holding midfielder. He likes to play higher or off the left.
"They don't use Pogba where he should be playing - he's not a holding midfielder. He likes to play higher or off the left.
"You lose a bit of him when he plays deeper. When you have a price tag like his, people are always going to talk. It could be good if someone comes in during the summer with a bigger price tag, then people might leave Pogba alone.
"I think his second season can be better. He's got much more to offer."
Thierry Henry reckons Jose Mourinho should be playing Paul Pogba in a more attacking role
Pogba scored in Manchester United’s 2-0 win over Crystal Palace on Sunday before being substituted just before half-time.
The France international is expected to start for United in their Europa League final showdown with Ajax tomorrow night (7.45pm).
A win for Mourinho’s men would secure them Champions League football next season.
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