5 reasons why Manchester United will win the Premier League this year

#3 Paul Pogba's big season

This is the right time for Pogba to step up

Paul Pogba became the most expensive player in football history last summer when United re-signed him from Juventus for £89.3 million. Although Neymar's transfer to PSG this summer beat that record, the expectations from the young midfielder were evident.

Every team requires a talisman who can win games on his own, especially from midfield. The Red Devils genuinely lacked such a player last season as Pogba was settling in and played at times like someone carrying the huge price tag. Further, the lack of proper balance in midfield prevented the Frenchman from playing in a tactically free role.

The arrival of Matic in midfield allows for Pogba to flex his wide array of skills. The 24-year old has the passing range, shooting ability and physique to dominate any opposition on his day. The former Juventus no.10 also has the mobile Lukaku ahead of him instead of Ibrahimovic. On adding Rashford, Martial and Mkhitaryan, Pogba has some top movement ahead of him to create chances for.

Finally, Pogba actually had a better season than given credit for in 2016/17. However, he is expected to be a match-winner and he is ready to show his true ability this season. Thus, Manchester United have their talisman ready to deliver and this is a key factor why the Red Devils will win the league this year.