Paul Pogba says he wanted to leave MU and play for Barcelona

News24xx.com - Manchester United midfielder, Paul Pogba wants to be transferred to Barcelona before summer transfer window in Spanish League closes on August 31st, 2018. According to Bleacher Report, Pogba said he wants to leave MU and plays for Barcelona in this new season despite his relationship with Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho.

The desire of former Juventus player to join Spanish league giants was also a serious concern for the management party  of Red Devils. Previously, Manchester United's management focus was to restore tension between Pogba and Mourinho.

Even Manchester United CEO, Ed Woodward said he was angry and surprised by Pogba's statement after Red Devils defeated Leicester City 2-1 in the inaugural of Premier League. At that time Pogba claimed he could not say anything in his mind because he could be fined by the club. While according to Wheeler's news, Pogba has also told his team mates at Manchester United and Ed Woodward that the 25-year-old midfielder wants to leave Old Trafford.

Pogba's agent, Mino Raiola, is also believed to have had an agreement with the Blaugrana. Previously Barcelona's bid for Pogba was rejected by Manchester United. But the defending Spanish champions did not give up until the transfer window closed at the end of this month.

Barcelona President, Josep Maria Bartomeu had issued a statement, in which his side would continue to pursue players who were targeted by coaching team until the deadline for transfers. Although Bartomeu was reluctant to name the players.

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