‘Withering’ reaction when Raiola hits ‘a new nerve’ in Man Utd

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Mino Raiola has angered Man Utd for the timing of his comments about Paul Pogba’s future, according to a report.

Pogba has been in and out of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s squad with the France international struggling to find consistent performances that match his natural ability.

The 27-year-old has been strongly linked to a departure from the club in recent seasons, and Real Madrid and Juventus are reportedly interested in his services at various points.

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Pogba scored as the Red Devils came from a goal against to beat West Ham 3-1 over the weekend and after the game he spoke of the need for the squad to “continue with that winning mentality.”

But attention was unnecessarily turned to the future of the player on the eve of Tuesday’s crucial Champions League clash against RB Leipzig thanks to comments from outspoken agent Raiola, posted while the midfielder was traveling with the team to Germany.

“There’s no use ignoring it,” Raiola said. Tuttosport. “It is better to speak honestly, look to the future and not waste time trying to blame people: Paul is unhappy at Manchester United, he can no longer express himself as he wants or is expected of him.

“He needs to change teams, he needs a change of scenery. He has a contract that expires in a year and a half, in the summer of 2022, but I think the best solution would be for him to leave in the next transfer window.

“Otherwise, the Old Trafford club, with whom he has a good relationship, knows very well that he runs the risk of losing him in a free transfer, considering that he does not want to extend his contract right now.

“If people don’t understand that, they know very little about football. In any case, everyone will blame me if Paul leaves next summer. “

Y Athletic They claim that Man Utd sources have told them that “there is deep frustration, bordering on anger, at the moment and feeling” of Raiola’s comments.

Although the Red Devils are getting used to Raiola’s outbursts, the report adds that “a new nerve has been touched” at Old Trafford and “the reaction from those close to the club has been withering.”



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