STILL ONE OF A KIND' - MAN UTD URGED TO RE-SIGN 'HIGH-CLASS' PAUL POGBA FOR THIRD STINT DESPITE DOPING BAN 'BAGGAGE', AS WORLD CUP WINNER'S QUALITY PRAISED
Former players and pundits are urging Manchester United to consider a shock reunion with Paul Pogba, arguing the World Cup winner’s elite midfield quality could transform Erik ten Hag’s struggling side—despite his doping ban and past turbulence at Old Trafford.
Why Pogba Could Return
Midfield Crisis: United lack creativity, with Casemiro fading and Kobbie Mainoo needing an experienced partner.
Free Agent Status: Pogba is available after his Juventus contract was terminated following his 4-year ban for a failed drug test (pending appeal).
Ten Hag’s System: His progressive passing and physicality could thrive in a disciplined double pivot.
The Case Against
Doping Suspension: If his appeal fails, Pogba faces a ban until September 2027 (aged 34).
Previous Fallouts: Clashed with Mourinho and faced criticism over consistency during his £89m stint (2016–22).
Wage Demands: Previously earned £290k/week—United would need to structure a pay-as-you-play deal.
Pundit Opinions
🗣️ Rio Ferdinand: "On his day, Pogba’s still unplayable. If he’s cleared, why not? United need game-changers."
🗣️ Paul Scholes: "The baggage is real, but talent-wise, he’s lightyears ahead of our current midfield."
🗣️ Gary Neville: "This would be peak United chaos. But if he’s free and fit... maybe?"
Fan Reactions
Pro-Pogba: "We’re starting McTominay in big games—Pogba’s a risk worth taking!"
Anti-Pogba: "We’ve suffered enough. No more mercenaries."
Neutrals: "Only United would consider re-signing a player they’ve already divorced twice."
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