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Juventus are preparing a £120m bid for Pogba

More on the Paul Pogba saga. The Times report that Juventus are preparing a £120m bid for the Frenchman. The Serie A Champions are desperate for Champions League glory and as such, have been investing heavily on their team this season. It is believed that the club hierarchy see Pogba as the final jigsaw of their puzzle and are desperate to bring the Frenchman back to Turin. However, Manchester United's reluctance to sell him has complicated matters.

Solskjaer had openly expressed his desire to build a team around the Frenchman earlier, but Pogba's open declaration of "time for change" has caused a series of changes in the club's plans. The Serie A Champions want to take advantage of the situation but are aware that Real Madrid are also looking to secure Pogba's services. The Spanish Giants also have players who interest United, which is a big advantage. Juventus as such, want to lure the Red Devils by providing cash upfront to make the deal enticing.

United value Pogba at £150m, so it remains to be seen if they can be coaxed to allow the Frenchman to leave at a lower price.

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