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Antonio Valencia has spent nine seasons at Old Trafford and was named as the first choice captain for the majority of last season. However, a pre-season calf injury ruled the 33-year-old out for United’s season opener against Liecester and Pogba was handed the captain’s armband for that game.
Mourinho confirmed that the French World Cup winner would remain as captain for the Manchester club’s trip to the south coast this weekend. The Portuguese manager referred to Pogba’s time in the youth setup at Old Trafford and hinted the 25-year-old could become a permanent captain for the Red Devils in the future. He told reporters:
The heart of the matter
However, despite Mourinho’s positive words about Pogba, the United boss alluded to the importance of continuity in the first team and therefore confirmed that Valencia would resume his role as captain once he recovered from injury. On this matter, he said:
This confirmation of captaincy puts to bed speculation that United could install Pogba as the first-choice captain this season after his debut in the armband last weekend. Mourinho also bluntly dismissed rumours of any rift between himself and the French midfielder, telling reporters:
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What’s next?
Pogba will start as captain against Brighton on Sunday and hope to continue his great form from the World Cup and last weekend’s Premier League opening fixture. The Frenchman has been linked with a move away from Old Trafford all summer but will want to prove his commitment to Manchester United and ability to lead the team with another stellar performance.
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