Ian Wright: Man United are worryingly dependent on 24-year-old
The Arsenal legend believes Manchester United are too dependent on club record signing Paul Pogba
Ian Wright has criticised Manchester United for being so dependent on Paul Pogba.
The 24-year-old France international has been in impressive form since his return from a hamstring problem back in November.
Pogba scored one goal and made four assists in his last five appearances in all competitions.
However, Manchester United suffered a blow when Pogba was issued with a straight red card in last month’s 3-1 win at Arsenal.
The Red Devils lost 2-1 to Premier League leaders Manchester City in the absence of Pogba earlier this month.
Indeed, Manchester United struggled to create opportunities in the absence of their club-record signing.
Pogba’s endured a stop-start season despite showing glimpses of top form when fit and available.
Former Arsenal striker Wright believes Pogba is a huge miss to Manchester United side when absent due to suspension.
“Pogba was a miss,” Wright told BBC Radio 5 Live.
“I don’t care what anyone says. Pogba can get on the ball in midfield. He can get Lukaku in the game. He was very isolated.
“He was a big miss. To depend on one player like that [is bad] for a club like Man United.”
Pogba moved to Manchester United in an £89m deal from Serie A giants Juventus in the 2016 summer transfer window.
The Red Devils finished in sixth place in the Premier League table last term but won the Europa League and the League Cup.
