OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER has confirmed Paul Pogba will return to Manchester United training next week.
The £89million midfielder, 26, has been out of action since Boxing Day with an ankle problem.
Paul Pogba, pictured with wife Maria Zulay, is set to return to Man Utd training next week, says Ole Gunnar SolskjaerCredit: Instagram @PaulPogba
While Pogba has not yet returned to training, Solskjaer is confident he will be back for next week ahead of a crucial run-in.
Ahead of Thursday night’s behind-closed-doors Europa League clash with LASK, Solskjaer revealed: “Paul is getting closer, but [he’s] not ready yet.
“He hasn’t trained with the team yet but by next week he will be ready.”
Despite club-record signing Pogba being absent for most of the season through injury – making just seven Premier League appearances this term – United have been thriving of late.
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The uptick in form lately is no coincidence, according to Solskjaer, with new signing Bruno Fernandes playing a crucial role.
The Red Devils chief said: “With Bruno you see he comes in and he is a born winner, you see that in training as well.
“It is what we need as a team, we need that spark from someone.
“He has been a breath of fresh air, and that is what this football club needs.
“We need that personality on the pitch, and he has that in abundance. He is a real credit.”
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been mightily impressed with Bruno FernandesCredit: Reuters
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The United boss also gave an update on Anthony Martial after the French striker injured himself by colliding with the post.
Solskjaer continued: “Anthony hurt himself when he slid into the post, so he is not ready for this game.
“Hopefully [he will be] for Sunday, but not sure.”
Anthony Martial collided with the goal post after chasing a backpass against CityCredit: Getty
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