In a recent interview with El Chiringuito TV, Paul Pogba’s brother Mathias has revealed that the Manchester United midfielder has no intention of extending his contract. He mentioned that the Red Devils need to sell him at the end of this campaign or lose him for nothing in the summer of 2022 when his contract at Old Trafford comes to an end (via El Chiringuito TV).
Mathias said, ‘He is happy. He is improving his game.
‘He has a year left on his contract. I don’t know (if he will stay until then). I can’t help you right now.
‘The only thing I can say is if United want money, they have to sell him now. That’s the only thing I can say. If no, he’ll go for free.
‘I haven’t heard anything about him renewing his contract.’
Pogba’s Impressive Form In The Premier League This Season
Pogba has gone through a rollercoaster of emotions at the Theatre of Dreams this season but has done well to produce some encouraging displays over the past couple of months. The former Juventus midfield ace has participated in 27 matches for the Red Devils this term, netting four goals and securing three assists in multiple competitions.
The 27-year-old deserves credit for influencing the game at both ends of the pitch as he is averaging 1.4 tackles, 1.0 interceptions, 1.5 clearances, 1.1 shots, 0.8 key passes and 1.5 dribbles per 90 minutes in the Premier League. He has even distributed the ball with conviction from midfield after completing 83.2% of his attempted passes in the English top tier (stats via whoscored).
What Does The France International Bring To The Table?
On his day, Pogba can turn the outcome of any match as he possesses the skill set to play a decisive role in the final third. He is a powerful dribbler with the ball and can use his strong and athletic 1.91m frame to get the better of the opposition at the centre of the park.
The French sensation has shown good discipline to make himself a solid presence on the defensive end of the field. He remains a potent goal-threat from long range as he can strike the ball with a lot of venom and accuracy. Plus, Pogba’s work-rate has also improved under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s tutelage in recent weeks.
Pogba Has No Intention Of Extending His Contract: Massive Blow For The Red Devils?
Hence, the player’s intentions to not extend his current deal at Old Trafford will come as a big blow for the Man United manager as he is losing the battle to retain his services for the long-run. Solskjaer must decide on whether to cash in on Pogba next summer or risk losing the talismanic midfielder for nothing in 2022. Either way, the 74-time France international’s time with the Red Devils is coming to an end, so they would be wise to make arrangements to bring in a suitable replacement for him during the summer transfer period.
