Italian journalist provides update on Paul Pogba's links with PSG and Juventus

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Juventus are reportedly set to lock horns in the race to sign Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba. The 29-year-old's contract is set to expire at the end of the season.

According to transfer expert Alfredo Pedulla as per Football Italia, Juventus are interested in bringing the midfielder back to Turin this summer, but will only be able to offer a wage deal in the region of €7-8 million. PSG, on the other hand, are willing to offer the Frenchman a salary in double figures.

He earned himself a move to Manchester United for a then-world-record fee of £89 million in 2016. The 2018 FIFA World Cup winner has failed to live up to his price tag during his time with the Red Devils. He has been heavily criticized for his lack of consistency, work-rate, attitude, and off-field antics.

He began the 2021-22 campaign on a positive note, providing seven assists in United's opening four league games. However, the 29-year-old suffered a dip in form and a hamstring injury whilst on international duty with France, which ruled him out for two months.

Since returning to action, the midfielder has been unable to return to form and has been in and out of Ralf Rangnick's starting line-up. He is expected to run down his contract with United and leave the club this summer.

The report has also talked about Pogba being a possible summer signing for Real Madrid.

PSG could switch their attention to Lazio star if they fail to sign Paul Pogba

SS Lazio v UC Sampdoria - Serie A

Paul Pogba could prefer a return to Juventus over a move to PSG as he will have the chance to reunite with Massimiliano Allegri in Turin. The Ligue 1 giants could therefore be forced to switch their attention to an alternative option.

Il Messaggero (via Paris Fans) reported that Pochettino's side are interested in signing Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic. He has scored 10 goals and provided 12 assists in 45 appearances in all competitions. They reportedly inquired about Savic and sent representatives to meet his agent in Rome.

PSG could, however, face stiff competition from Manchester United for the 27-year-old. The Red Devils view him as a potential replacement for Paul Pogba.