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Paul Pogba will not be allowed to leave Manchester United in January

Amid the growing, alleged unrest between Jose Mourinho and Paul Pogba, the Frenchman has been told by club officials that he will not be allowed to leave in January, according to Daily Mail.

Pogba's recent performances have been heavily underwhelming and it hit a new low in Manchester United's draw against Southampton. Consequently, the 25-year-old midfielder was benched in the games against Arsenal and Fulham. He came off the bench against the Gunners but was an unused substitute against the Cottagers.

As per the report, Paul Pogba's agent Mino Raiola has been in talks with Juventus over a potential return to Turin. However, Manchester United will not let him leave and the World Cup winner will be at Old Trafford at least until the end of the season.

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