Manchester United have been advised how to deal with Paul Pogba and his ongoing contract dilemma.
21.01.2022 - 20:23 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Paul Pogba is at risk of further disrupting the squad at Manchester United if he does effectively play to earn a move elsewhere with his contract expiring at the end of the season.
Speculation over the World Cup winner and his Premier League future remains at fever pitch as he has yet to pen extended terms with the club.
United are facing up to the prospect of losing Pogba on a free transfer for the second time next summer.
However, as the 28-year-old continues his comeback from a thigh injury, interim manager Ralf Rangnick identified the Frenchman as a key player this season; despite conceding that Pogba might use any game-time to put himself in the shop window.
If that proves to be the case, it has been warned there could be a knock-on impact.
Speaking to Talk of the Devils website, ex-United man Sammy McIlroy said: "I have to admit I'm a bit confused by the Pogba situation, hearing Rangnick come out and say that he will still play a big part.
"Pogba, when he's in form, is world class. There's no doubt about that, but if his heart isn't in the club...
"I can understand a manager wanting to play his best players, but it's about tomorrow as much as today.
"What will the supporters think watching a player trying to earn a contract elsewhere? What will other players be thinking? Those who have a long-term commitment to the club.
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"Will they be happy to see their place in the team go to him?"
McIlroy added: "It's obviously a tricky situation and if Pogba comes in and plays well in a run of games United win, you can say the right decision has been made.
"It has the potential to create even more unrest, though, and it's the last thing the club
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