Juventus Transfer News: Paul Pogba Linked with Return in Latest Rumours

Juventus are reportedly considering making a move to bring back Paul Pogba from Manchester United this summer.

According to Tuttosport, the Italian champions have already made contact with the player's agent, Mino Raiola (h/t Calciomercato.com). It's suggested Pogba's representative would play an important role in the France international's return to Italy.

As relayed by Calciomercato, Tuttosport have previously said the United man could only be signed on loan with an option to buy.

Additionally, Calciomercato noted Pogba is unhappy with the Red Devils under manager Jose Mourinho and has also been linked with the likes of Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain.

Pogba returned to United in 2016, signing from Juve for what was a then-world-record £89.3 million fee. He departed Manchester for Turin in 2012 and excelled for Juventus during his four years at the club.

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The midfielder has been erratic since rejoining United, blending sublime performances with subpar showings. Pogba helped the team to the EFL Cup and the UEFA Europa League last season, while this term he's been key to Mourinho's men's progress to the FA Cup final.

Writer Liam Canning praised the France international's performance during the 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday at Wembley Stadium:

There's no doubt that Pogba can be one of the most effective midfielders in the world. And for a spell at Juventus, he produced elite performances on a regular basis.

At United, those showings have been more sporadic, although he has every attribute needed to thrive in the Premier League. Not only is Pogba powerful and dynamic, but he's also technically outstanding. The 25-year-old has an incredible passing range and exceptional close control too.

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There have been occasions this season when Pogba's position at United has been called into question, though, especially when Mourinho left him out the starting XI for key matches against Sevilla in the UEFA Champions League.

However, as Bet365 illustrated, the midfielder has tended to perform well in the big games:

Pogba was adored at Juventus, and alongside Andrea Pirlo, Arturo Vidal and Claudio Marchisio, he was part of one of the best midfields in football.

However, it's debatable whether the Bianconeri would be able to finance a deal to bring him back to Turin. Given Pogba cost £89.3 million two years ago and how the market has inflated since then, Juventus would have to part with an enormous sum of money.

Even so, it would be a big surprise if United decided to sell Pogba at the end of the campaign. In the right type of setup, he can be a force of nature. The challenge for Mourinho and the midfielder is finding a way of harnessing that ability on a regular basis.