Pogba in means Rooney out. No way the two of them can work in a team unless we went 3-5-2.
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Then feck Rooney off, no brainer
If we did have both, I'd guess it would often be Rooney and Pogba ahead of a DM in 4-3-3, similar to how Herrera and Fellaini operated in that infamous run of 4 games in 14/15 where we were the best team in the world.
I'd rather it resulted in the end of the Rooney era though.
I'm not saying it will happen but it could for a couple of reasons.
1. He would like to play for Barca but they cannot afford him at the moment.
2. We know his agent likes to make the most out of his clients so is likely going to encourage a move this summer knowing that he is young enough to move again to a top club in another 4 years.
3. Given above point, Pogba can move to cash rich PL club this summer and not jeopardise any future Barca move.
It's these reasons that make this a possibility. However, there are factors going against us none more so than no CL and the circumstances behind his departure in the first place.
1. He would like to play for Barca but they cannot afford him at the moment.
2. We know his agent likes to make the most out of his clients so is likely going to encourage a move this summer knowing that he is young enough to move again to a top club in another 4 years.
3. Given above point, Pogba can move to cash rich PL club this summer and not jeopardise any future Barca move.
It's these reasons that make this a possibility. However, there are factors going against us none more so than no CL and the circumstances behind his departure in the first place.
amazing..
Hes actually quite quick for a CM tbh, when he can be bothered to sprint
If it is at all possible, I'd say sign him. A monumental talent.
He's the new Zidane, so much swag.
There'll be more emphasis on speed as opposed to control under Mourinho which means more defending to do all over the pitch. Herrera and Fellaini were averaging 6ish tackles/interceptions/fouls a game.
Pogba (who has played well next to three lung types like Vidal, Matuidi, Marchisio and Kante) has had that defensive output once in a team that has less possession + his partner would be an aging Rooney.
Schneiderlin isn't even used to the 6 role. I doubt we will ever sign Pogba, but I am surprised people see that midfield working. Especially behind Ibrahimovic who wouldnt be expected to make a noticeable defensive contribution.
Great video. For the 999th million time, how did we let that boy go in the first place?
Was at my parents for SUnday lunch and yes, they are Daily Mail readers! Terrible I know, but Saturdays Mail had a great piece on Pogba with a lot of talk about how he was when at the club by one of the staff (forget who it was now). It appears from that very much like he was idolised by all the other youngsters at the club, nailed on to be in the first team the next season and was sensational in training and very warm and friendly, popular with everyone at the club. The problems all seemed to be due to being left out of a game when Rafael took his place which angered him and then a monumental clash of personalities between his agent and Ferguson when contract talks began. One of the things interested me most was he seems to have real leadership qualities, bar the obvious talent he brings to improve the side, one thing we are lacking is a leader. If there is one player we should break the bank for this summer it isnt a Messi, Neymar, Saul etc etc, there are other good if less established options. The area we are weakest despite the number and supposed calibre of player we have is central midfield, I really think Pogba would have a massive impact on our side. The likes of Pjanic, Gomes, Saul for example would all be good signings but I would rather resign Pogba than take all three of them
I would love to see us land him. I'd think it would take a Bale level fee, and would be a big statement.
We are now best priced 3/1 to be his club after the summer window.
Was 10/1 a while back........
Was 10/1 a while back........
I could kind of understand Pogba holding a bit of a grudge against us, but if there's any way we could get a hold of him we should pull out all of the stops. He would be an inspiration to the younger players here as well. At 23 he surely has his best years ahead of him but he's also awesome right now. I would absolutely sanction a Bale like fee for him. Transfer fees are getting crazy, but it's not really the fans concern is it? Go get him Woody!!!
Because ... Mourinho.
Yeah I would not say it spells the end for Rooney automatically. I think Jose will at least try to play him in a midfield 3, either as you said with the two CM's ahead of a DM, or possibly even ahead of DM's in a 4-2-3-1
If we're to buy him, which I seriously doubt. Mourinho will most probably go for 4-2-3-1. DM being Schneiderlin or preferably someone new, then Pjanic/Pogba and a #10 who also has a high work rate(mind he can use Pogba for a #10 as well).
Having said that probably Rooney is Jose's new #10 - he has the qualities he'll be looking for.
Pogba would be the better fit for the #10 position.
Yeah I agree, but Rooney won't fit well in the two holding positions, which would make Jose try him in the #10.
Rooney will be a big problem if we bring in a "hard working" #10.
Rooney should be benched.
He should, and probably would at some point, but if he stays this season Jose will give him a go. He likes him.
Given the relatively low level of betting on transfers (compared to that on the games) it does not take much to get the bookies to move their odds around. Most betters are not people with inside knowledge they are just reacting to the latest rumors. Granted with how rumors works there will usually be a movement of the odds right before a player signs, but again that is just betters reacting to the latest info.
Going to guess that this close to the Euro's beginning, we won't see a deal get done for Pogba, so the odds will swing all around over the next month or so, possibly even all summer.
If we got Pogba Rooney should definitely be benched. In fact there's a strong argument that he should be even without any more arrivals in the squad!
Imagine of a left hand side of Shaw at LB, Pogba at LCM and Martial at LW.
Rafael and J'OS over Pogba, feck me Fergie what were you thinking
Rooney has been good in midfield, better than the majority so I don't understand posts like this just to hate on the guy.
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That could be amazing. In the video linked in the thread, Pogba seems to pop up on the left wing quite a bit, so he could sometimes drift out there whilst Martial moves central
Rafael and J'OS over Pogba, feck me Fergie what were you thinking
Pogba is great with the ball but not so great without it, sometimes he is still lost. So I understand why Fergie wouldn't trust him in a midfield two.
Hindsight is great I know, but that could be a £60 million pound mistake.
It has nothing to do with hindsight, it was the same problem with France u21. And Pogba shouldn't lose his shit because he hasn't been selected for a game.
I agree with you that Rooney doesn't fit into a first 11 if that XI is supposed to be great.
But on Pogba. I think he's been well and truly vindicated in his decision, and perhaps he wouldn't have become quite so remarkable had he stayed here. Having said that, he is my number one muppet fantasy this summer. To have an actual top quality midfielder...those were the days.
Pogba's talent has never been in doubt, Fergie played him in other games and rated him but he decided to go for a different pairing during one game where Pogba could/should have played.
AT 18 years old he told Fergie to play him or he would leave, he wasn't even the best player in his youth side. The cocky dick up and left that following summer.Great video. For the 999th million time, how did we let that boy go in the first place?
What number do you think he will be so I can get my shirt printed
I'm not hating on Rooney. I'm very respectful of the many great things he has done for this club. Hate is a very emotionally charged word and what is hateful about my post? In fact I've removed emotion from my argument by simply saying he is no longer good enough for the starting XI. Being realistic not hateful.
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Sorry, I'm not sure what the blue face means, never what?
Rooney will never end up on the bench. At least not next year.
Am I the only one thinking Pogba is a bit Madrid like signing? We have more glaring issues and at least 3-4 other positions that we should strengthen before splashing the cash on Pogba?
That and he's bound to have a good EURO, as the French are favorites and on home soil, which will shoot his price even higher.
That and he's bound to have a good EURO, as the French are favorites and on home soil, which will shoot his price even higher.