Paul Pogba transfer latest: PSG could hijack Juventus move
James Shearman
- Updated: 12 Jun 2022 04:50 CDT
- 3 min read
Paul Pogba is waiting to see how Paris Saint-Germain's managerial situation pans out before deciding on his next move.
Pogba is already in advanced talks with Juventus, favouring a return to the club where he spent four successful seasons.
However, the Frenchman's head may be turned by PSG's head coach appointment, according to RMC Sport.
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Current boss Mauricio Pochettino is on the verge of being sacked, with the likes of Christophe Galtier and Thiago Motta in the running to succeed the Argentine.
But, the leading candidate to take the job at Parc des Princes is one of Pogba's heroes - Zinedine Zidane.
Zidane has long been an admirer of the 29-year-old, and previously tried to lure him to Real Madrid.
So, should the 1998 World Cup winner take up the PSG post, his first move could be to link up with another French World Cup-winning midfielder.
PSG with Pogba
Gianluigi Donnarumma and Keylor Navas have divided up the number one duties throughout this season, but the Italian shot-stopper is the favoured option and would start next season in between the sticks.
There have been murmurs about Achraf Hakimi's future at the club, but he may well end up staying at PSG and retaining his place at right-back.
The impressive Nuno Mendes will be on the opposite flank once his loan move is made permanent.
Presnel Kimpembe and club captain Marquinhos will once again start the season as the centre-back duo, although the Parisians may be able to count on Sergio Ramos more frequently next year.
Marco Verratti and Idrissa Gueye will provide Pogba will the creative license to get forward and support the superstar forward line.
PSG beat off interest from Real Madrid to keep Kylian Mbappe at the club and continue the attacking trio of himself, Lionel Messi and Neymar.
