Solskjaer reveals plans on Pogba's future at Man Utd
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Jul 09, 2020
Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, wants Paul Pogba to sign a new deal with the club.
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Pogba who admitted last year that he was looking for a "new challengeÔÇØ has long been linked with a transfer to Real Madrid or former team, Juventus.
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The France midfielder made just eight appearances in all competitions during an injury-hit season before the COVID-19 lockdown.
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However, the 26-year-old has impressed since the restart.
Having recently signed Nemanja Matic and Scott McTominay to new deals, Solskjaer is optimistic the club can also secure the long-term future of Pogba, whose current contract is due to expire next year, although United have the option of triggering a one-year extension.
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"I can't comment on discussions between players and the club but of course we want to keep the best players.
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"We want to build a squad for the future and Scott and Nemanja, they're in similar positions but in different stages of their careers - one at the start and one really experienced one.
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"We also need players in that mid-range group so hopefully we can do something. I know that since Paul came back from injury he's looking better and better. He's just enjoying his football and let's see where it takes us,ÔÇØ Solskjaer told Sky Sports.
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