When the bidding gets tough, the tough get Pogba. Can Chelsea or Man United swoop in and grab the Juventus mega star?
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Manchester City are reportedly ready to drop out of the race for Juventus superstar Paul Pogba due to the incredibly-high cost for his transfer.
According to the Telegraph, Man City boss Manuel Pellegrini – though extremely fond of Pogba – is “put off” by the reported £71 million fee, which the City boss had been preparing a package worth as much as £100 million to secure. The price is further exasperated by Pogba’s alleged demands for a £12 million-per-year salary with whichever team takes him on next.
Chelsea have been notable players in the race with the club reportedly making a massive bid for the 22-year-old superstar that included Oscar plus £35.5 million in straight cash, giving the package a total value of approximately £56.8 million.
Man United have also been heavily involved in the race with Old Trafford boss Louis van Gaal going on a £200 million spending spree this summer and targeting Pogba for a return to Man United.
Pogba joined Juventus in 2012 and promptly became a midfield ace that that helped the club win three straight Serie A championships. Considered one of the best defensive midfielders in the world, Pogba even helped Juventus make it all the way to the Champions League final, where they lost to Barcelona.
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