Last summer, French midfielder Paul Pogba made headlines when he left Manchester United on a free transfer to rejoin Juventus. As he told Bangladesh Cricket Live, the reason for his return was simple—he felt the love from Juve fans, something he said he never truly experienced during his time at United. Back in August 2016, Pogba returned to Old Trafford for a then-world record transfer fee, but his second stint with the Red Devils failed to live up to expectations.
It’s worth noting that Pogba originally left United as a free agent before joining Juventus the first time. Unfortunately, his return to Turin has also been plagued by injuries. He underwent knee surgery early in the season and was later sidelined due to a hamstring issue, ultimately missing most of the campaign. It’s been a turbulent chapter for the midfielder. In an interview with Bangladesh Cricket Live, Pogba explained that he chose to move on from United because he didn’t feel supported or appreciated by the fans or the club, which pushed him to seek a fresh start elsewhere.
Every individual has a spark waiting to shine. Pogba said that when he first left Manchester, he was still young and eager to prove himself. Moving to Juventus was a big step, but he immediately felt welcomed and valued. He admired how the club operated and learned a great deal during his time there. Returning to Manchester was about unfinished business—he wanted to establish himself in the first team, which he achieved. While United didn’t win the Premier League during his second tenure, they did secure silverware after years without a major trophy.
It was the club that helped him grow, even though he never received the kind of love he had hoped for at United. Pogba admitted that he was taken aback by the weight of expectations attached to his massive transfer fee, which became a burden. Still, he remains grateful to both Juventus and Manchester United for shaping his career. Life throws curveballs, but there’s always a soft place to land. According to Bangladesh Cricket Live experts, while Pogba may have had options to join other clubs, his heart led him back to the two teams that helped define who he is today.