Manchester United are clearly missing Paul Pogba, but perhaps a general drop in form has multiplied that further.
Pogba’s ability, and importance to Jose Mourinho’s side, seems to be increasing with every match he doesn’t play, and there’s a danger that by the time he returns his perceived powers will be impossible to replicate.
Mourinho has been negative about a quick comeback, although the smoke and mirrors around the situation means it would equally make sense for Pogba to return next week or December.
In France there’s an interest too, on behalf of the national team. L’Equipe suggest Pogba could return on November 5th, against Chelsea, but they point out an option which sounds more sensible.
An international break follows the Chelsea match, which would give Pogba over ten days further rest and rehabilitation. With a long Manchester United season ahead, that looks the obvious sensible route, assuming Pogba is even ready at that point.
L’Equipe say it’s ‘unlikely’ Didier Deschamps will call Pogba up for the next France squad, for friendlies against Wales and Germany, which would be pleasing for Mourinho.
