Why Pogba proved Mourinho needs to build Manchester United around him instead of Sanchez

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France v Croatia - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Final

Paul Pogba fulfilled the hope of an entire nation as France went onto lift the most coveted prize in the game in 2018. After narrowly missing out on the Euros two years ago, Pogba and his teammates showed immense character to come back and attain ultimate glory.

The way Pogba was forced to function in the French midfield, a role similar to the one Jose Mourinho wants him to play at United, it has put to rest all doubts about Pogba's maturity to play according to needs of his side rather than the other way around.

Mourinho's has repeatedly alluded to Pogba's refusal to do the less glamorous parts of his job and has sighted that as a reason for the Frenchman not remaining central to his plans.

However, following what he did for his national side in Russia - playing the deep-lying holding role and restraining himself from expressing himself further upfield - the manager can no longer fault him for his lack of maturity or his ability to mold himself according to the needs of the team.