Six years ago Paul Pogba left Juventus for Manchester United, breaking hearts in Turin, but his possible return this summer may be what brings the Bianconeri back to their best.
The 28-year-old Frenchman has had a rather torrid time in the North West on England, failing to ever particularly win over both the fans and pundits whilst wearing a Red Devils shirt. One statement often parroted about the midfielder is that he is of a completely different level with the French national team compared to Manchester United, but this is not entirely accurate.
Looking at the statistics, Pogba is one of the most creative and productive midfielders in the Premier League. This season, the Frenchman averages 4.02 shot-creating actions per 90 minutes, 6.88 progressive passes per 90, 6.70 progressive carries per 90 and 2.84 successful dribbles per 90.
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These numbers underline how Pogba is a creative and important part of Manchester United’s midfield, playing a key role in transition and being a key contributor in attacking moves. He also puts in the work defensively, averaging 2.02 clearances per 90, 3.12 tackles and interceptions per 90 and 3.03 aerial duels won per 90.
Massimiliano Allegri’s midfield is clearly missing something in Turin and Pogba could be the man to fix Juventus’ midfield, supplying Dusan Vlahovic, Federico Chiesa and possibly Paulo Dybala with consistent and inventive passes, which could be enough to take them to the top once again.