Paul Pogba has been linked with La Liga giants Real Madrid and his former club Juventus. /VCG
Paul Pogba has been linked with La Liga giants Real Madrid and his former club Juventus. /VCG
Paul Pogba will not leave Manchester United this summer and negotiations over a new contract will start soon, according to the World Cup winner's agent, Mino Raiola.
The 27-year-old has less than a year left on his current deal and has been at the center of transfer rumors, with the superstar linked with hosts of European giants, including Spanish powerhouse Real Madrid and his former club Juventus.
The injury-plagued midfielder made only eight appearances in all competitions for United before the COVID-19 pandemic struck. But he recovered his form as the season restarted and played a vital role in helping United reach the last four of the English FA Cup and Europa League as well as qualifying for next season's Champions League.
In an interview with Sky Sports, Raiola insisted Pogba won't go anywhere else despite speculation that he is angling for a move.
Mino Raiola confirmed Paul Pogba's future is at the Old Trafford. /VCG
Mino Raiola confirmed Paul Pogba's future is at the Old Trafford. /VCG
"Pogba is key player for Man United, they have an important project and he's 100 per cent included. Man Utd will not accept any bid on this summer to sell Pogba," Raiola said.
"He is not the type to make controversy, especially in a moment where you have to stay calm and see how it turns out. We will deal with the renewal calmly, without stress. We will continue to talk about it," he added.
Raiola also revealed that another of his clients, Erling Haaland, will stay put at his current club.
The 20-year-old talent netted 16 goals in 18 games for Borussia Dortmund after completing a transfer in January.
"Haaland is a regret for those who did not take him and a dream for those that did take him," Raiola observed. "He will not move this year. He is fine at Dortmund. It is not the time to moving, we are very aware of the career path that can be done."