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3) United need Pogba

Pogba's signing is imminent — Pogba’s signing is imminent

When the team lineups were announced, Manchester United fans and critics were in for a surprise. Belgian midfielder, Marouane Fellaini, started ahead of Ander Herrera. This was especially galling as Herrera had started all of United’s pre-season games.

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Contrary to Lingard, Fellaini hardly put in a performance worthy of a top tier player. Fellaini failed to make any positive impact in either box. He even gave the ball away for Vardy to equalize. His place is now in serious doubt, especially with the looming shadow of Paul Pogba.

Perhaps, to offset the disappointment of Fellaini, United announced on their official website that Pogba had been cleared by Juventus to have a medical with his old team. Pogba is likely to walk into United’s midfield although his lack of match fitness might be an issue.

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