Manchester United agree sensational Paulo Dybala-Romelu Lukaku swap deal, Bruno Fernandes very close to joining the Red Devils, and more Manchester United Transfer News: July 31, 2019

By Deepungsu Pandit

Modified Aug 01, 2019 07:59 GMT

Juventus and Manchester United have agreed a deal to swap Dybala and Lukaku

#1 Zidane could still pursue Pogba this summer, according to Spanish Football expert

Spanish Football expert Dermot Corrigan believes that Zinedine Zidane would still like Paul Pogba in his team. Ever since the Frenchman returned to the hot seat at the Santiago Bernabeu, he has publicly praised his countryman. Pogba has reportedly been Zidane's number one midfield target, however, a move has not materialized so far this summer. But Corrigan thinks that Real's woeful pre-season form might force Zidane to finally indulge in his countryman.

The feeling I get from around the Bernabeu now is that Zinedine Zidane would still really like to sign Pogba.

The way that Madrid's pre-season has gone so far has helped Zidane's battle to get the club to pay the amount of money that they would need to get Pogba because results haven't been good, performances haven't been good.

Corrigan also stated that the Real Madrid midfield still needs reinforcement and Pogba could easily fit into the team.

Maybe he is the type of player they need in midfield. If they can get him properly focused and playing at his best he could be a real addition to the team.

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