Pranav Nair
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer issues challenge to Paul Pogba
According to the Mirror, Manchester United boss, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has challenged Paul Pogba to showcase his leadership skills for the club.
The 27-year-old is close to a much-awaited return since being sidelined by injury last December. The United number six could feature tonight as the Red Devils kick-off against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.
An experienced player, the Frenchman has won trophies both domestically and internationally. With United still having much to play for, Solskjaer has urged Pogba to bring all that experience to the fore. (h/t Mirror)
“Paul has had a very good career, he’s a World Cup winner, and we want to have that leadership on the pitch as well.”
A matchwinner on his day, Pogba showcased his ability at the grandest stage in the final of the 2018 World Cup.
Ahead of the match against Croatia, he gave a rousing speech that inspired his teammates. He walked the talk on the pitch as he scored to lead France to their second world crown.
Solskjaer is seeking the same at United and is confident that the club’s record signing can deliver. (h/t Mirror)
The Frenchman has had a season to forget. Injuries and issues regarding his future have taken centre stage over his talent. Now back in contention, Solskjaer is confident that the player will prove his critics wrong. (h/t Mirror)
“But I can see his mentality and focus he’s now fit and training and available that he’s ready to play again and to prove himself.”
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Pogba’s skill on the ball and as a leader are undoubted. The pressing matter remains that he has not consistently shown them in United colors.
With Solskjaer showing faith in him, he can now let bygones be bygones. He has a chance to start over and prove why he is one of the best players in the world.
The beast could be about to be awakened.
