Gossip: Man Utd ready to sell Pogba in January, Chelsea confident over Pulisic
Manchester United have decided to cut their losses on midfielder Paul Pogba, and he could be out of the club as soon as January.
The 25 year old has not started for United’s last two Premier League games, and put in a dreadful performance against Valencia in their Champions League dead rubber.
That appears to have been the last straw for United’s board and Ed Woodward, because they are now prepared to sanction a move that could see him leave as soon as this winter. They will look to recoup the £89 million they spent to bring him to the club in 2016.
Juventus are the likeliest destination, and his former club could help facilitate the move by sending one of Miralem Pjanic or Alex Sandro to Old Trafford.
The Mirror report that United would even be willing to let Pogba leave in January on loan provided they were assured of receiving a fee for him in the summer.
The same paper mentions that another United midfielder, Andreas Pereira, could soon be on his way out of the club. West Ham want to bring him in on loan, and Chelsea and Arsenal want him on a permanent deal. While his contract is due to end at the end of the season, his club can extend the deal by a further year to prevent him leaving on a free.
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Arsenal want £40 million Pavon
Further up the table, the Sun links Arsenal to Boca Junior’s winger, Cristian Pavon. The Argentine 22 year old is available for £40 million, which could leave Arsenal with a distinct advantage over Premier League rivals Fulham, who may not be able to afford him.
The player is reportedly interested in living in London, with the South American contingent able to help the youngster settle in the country. The Sun also claims that Denis Suarez, Barcelona’s 24-year-old midfielder, has been offered to the club for just £14 million.
Chelsea close to Pulisic signing
Chelsea could announce the signing of Christian Pulisic as soon as January. The Borussia Dortmund winger wants to move to join up with Maurizio Sarri’s side, and a fee of £60 million is mentioned by the Mail. However, no fee has been agreed as yet.
However, the move for Pulisic may have to be balanced by the sale of Callum Hudson-Odoi, 18. They could raise £25 million by selling him to either Monaco or RB Leipzig. Any sale may be a pragmatic choice in order to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations, as when his contract runs out in 18 months time he will be available for just £2 million.
