Facundo Pellistri names four Manchester United players as role models

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United fans have mocked Thiago Alcantara following Liverpool's defeat against Burnley, by claiming Paul Pogba is superior to the Spaniard in every way.Thiago lifted the Champions League with Bayern Munich last season but joined Jurgen Klopp at Anfield in the summer after months of speculation over his future.An injury in the Merseyside derby in October sidelined him until December 30, but Thiago hasn't enjoyed an easy start to life in

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United fans want the club to do everything in their power to keep Paul Pogba this summer. Despite falling behind in the first five minutes, United retook top spot in the Premier League on Wednesday with a hard fought 2-1 victory at Fulham.

straight to your inbox every day for freeRio Ferdinand says Manchester United's mentality against Fulham shows the club have what it takes to challenge for the Premier League title.United came from behind to beat Fulham 2-1 thanks to goals from Edinson Cavani and Paul Pogba to return to the top of the Premier League.The Reds were briefly displaced by Leicester City on Tuesday night with their impressive victory over Chelsea before Manchester City went level on points with the Foxes thanks to two

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United fans celebrating last night's win over Fulham no doubt noticed Paul Pogba and Fred's gleeful embrace after the victory.Pogba scored the decisive goal in the 2-1 win against a spirited Fulham side that sent the Reds back to the top of the league.

straight to your inbox every day for freeHere is your Manchester United morning digest for Thursday, January 21.United overturned a one-goal deficit to pick up a crucial three points away at Fulham last night.Ademola Lookman opened the scoring for the hosts, but Edinson Cavani equalised in the first-half.The struggling Cottagers were defensively resolute against United and it took a moment of magic from Paul Pogba to secure the three points for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side.Pogba touched the ball

direct to your inboxManchester United midfielder Paul Pogba and Manchester City defender John Stones have both been included in the FUT 21 Team of the Week 17 lineup.United star Pogba is included in the FIFA 21 TOTW 17 lineup after scoring and putting in a Man of the Match display against Burnley last week. The Frenchman also helped United keep a clean sheet in the Reds' credible 0-0 draw against Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday.

straight to your inbox every day for free It is a wrench for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer having to tell players they have not made his XI but the Manchester United manager relishes one-to-one conversations, whatever the mood when his door reopens. Solskjaer is approaching the two-year anniversary of his appointment as permanent United manager and the progressive period continued with a creditable point at Liverpool, despite the glaring opportunities Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba failed to take.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United fans have hit out at Richard Keys for his criticism of their performance against Liverpool.United stayed top of the Premier League thanks to a goalless draw at Anfield on Sunday.In a game of few clear-cut chances, Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes both forced home goalkeeper Alisson into late saves to keep the scores level.Yet these late chances were not enough to placate Keys, who argued that no United fan would have been happy with what

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United's dressing room was a 'flat' place after Sunday's draw with Liverpool, according to man of the match Luke Shaw.United went into the game three points ahead of the champions and after the opening 20 minutes had the better of the game, with Bruno Fernandes, Paul Pogba and Marcus Rashford all spurning good opportunities in the second half.United were guaranteed to finish the weekend at the top of the table as long as they avoided defeat on

straight to your inbox every day for freeHarry Maguire revealed Manchester United's players were disappointed by their passing and lack of 'rhythm' in the first half against Liverpool. United were held to a 0-0 draw by Liverpool at Anfield, though were denied late on by two Alisson saves to keep out efforts by Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba.

straight to your inbox every day for freeGary Neville says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's management of Paul Pogba has been 'masterful' since the midfielder's agent Mino Raiola said Pogba was 'unhappy' at Manchester United.On the eve of United's Champions League elimination last month, Raiola told the Turin-based outlet Tuttosport 'the best solution for all concerned is if he (Pogba) moves in the next window'.

straight to your inbox every day for freeMarcus Rashford has admitted that Manchester United's players are always arguing over penalties in training - and that Jose Mourinho told them how to win more spot-kicks during games. As a team with so much attacking talent, it's inevitable that there are always plenty of volunteers when ever United win a spot-kick.

straight to your inbox every day for freePaul Pogba has urged footballers to find different ways to celebrate amid a Premier League clampdown on social distancing.The league's decision-makers are keen for players to avoid hugging when celebrating goals, in an attempt to minimise the spread of Covid-19.Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said he "understands" the new protocols and Pogba admitted players can find other ways to celebrate goals.

straight to your inbox every day for free Amad Diallo says he will be asking Eric Bailly and Paul Pogba for advice following confirmation of his move to Manchester United.United agreed a deal to sign the 19-year-old winger on deadline day of the summer window, but his move to England was only made official last week when he got his work permit.Diallo was at Carrington for the first time on Wednesday as he looks to settle into life at Old Trafford and establish himself firmly in Ole Gunnar

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United fans have heaped praise on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for the way he has handled Paul Pogba amid uncertainty surrounding the midfielder's future at the club.United climbed to the top of the Premier League in January for the first time since 2013 on Tuesday as they beat Burnley 1-0 to move three points clear of Liverpool ahead of the two sides' meeting on Sunday.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United fans have ridiculed Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp after his comments on refereeing decisions in the wake of their defeat against Southampton.Liverpool's poor form has given United the opportunity to overtake the reigning Premier League champions by winning their game in hand against Burnley.United were victorious last time out thanks to a Bruno Fernandes penalty after Paul Pogba was fouled in the box by Douglas Luiz.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United youngster Shola Shoretire has named Marcus Rashford as his inspiration.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United fans have slammed Richard Keys and Andy Gray for their analysis of the win against Aston Villa.United continued their title charge with a crucial win against Dean Smith's side, moving level on points with league leaders Liverpool with a game in-hand thanks to Bruno Fernandes' penalty.Paul Pogba was adjudged to have been fouled in the area by former Manchester City midfielder Douglas Luiz much to the Brazilian's dismay.

straight to your inbox every day for freeAndy Cole has hailed four Manchester United players following the 2-1 win over Aston Villa at Old Trafford.The former United striker was on punditry duties for Sky Sports during the clash and heaped praise on the likes of Bruno Fernandes, Paul Pogba, Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial after the contest.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men moved up to second in the Premier League level on points with Liverpool thanks to goals from Martial and Fernandes, who

straight to your inbox every day for free Aaron Wan-Bissaka praised Paul Pogba and Eric Bailly for their performances against Aston Villa. The Manchester United duo led by example as their side dug deep to secure a vital 2-1 win at Old Trafford on New Year's Day.