Paul Pogba Makes a Cristiano Ronaldo Level Contract Demand to Stay at Manchester United

Published 11/11/2021, 1:24 PM EST

More now than ever, Soccer fans are waiting for Paul Pogba to shine at Manchester United. After leaving his boyhood club to play for Juventus, he did excellently well and made a return to Old Trafford. However, things have not gone well for the talented midfielder. Regardless, reports suggest he now demands a better deal than Cristiano Ronaldo, making him the highest-paid player at Manchester United.

After entering his final year with United, the club looks to enter contract renewal talks with his agent Mino Raiola. But, the World Cup-winning midfielder wants a lucrative deal if he is to stay in England.

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Paul Pogba wants a max contract like Cristiano Ronaldo

The midfielder started the season in fine form after dishing out seven assists in four games. However, his performances took a hit, following a series of inconsistent outings. The level of performance United fans are waiting for is yet to come, but regardless, Pogba now demands a significant pay rise.

As of now, Ronaldo is the highest earner at United earning £480, 000 per week and Pogba and Raiola want to match that salary. This means United would have to pay him an excess of £500, 000.

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Pogba’s performances in recent times

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The performances he has showcased in recent seasons seem unfair to the wage he demands. He recently got sent off for a reckless challenge on Naby Keita as United lost the match 5-0 to Liverpool. Moreover, he will now face some time on the sidelines with a thigh injury he picked up with the French national team. He is expected to miss up to eight to ten weeks because of the same.

United have labored down in the Premier League standings to sixth with one poor performance following another. With Ronaldo unhappy with the club’s situation, things are going down south for Manchester United. Hence, Pogba’s recent contract demands seem unlikely to be met. Moreover, a midfielder blessed with incredible technique, his attitude has come into question all the time.

Undoubtedly, offering him a new contract seems like a tricky situation for United because of the uncertainty of his performances. Do you think he deserves the salary he is demanding?

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Jacob Gijy is a US Sports and NBA writer at EssentiallySports. Gijy finished his Masters in Counselling Psychology and worked in a hospital for 2 years before his passion for sports compelled him to find his way to sports journalism. A fan of the great Tim Duncan, he is always ready to pick up a debate with anyone who does not offer the center the respect he deserves.

Paul Pogba Makes a Cristiano Ronaldo Level Contract Demand to Stay at Manchester United

Paul Pogba wants a max contract like Cristiano Ronaldo

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Pogba’s performances in recent times