Man United team news: £89m Paul Pogba to miss Man City derby
Man United record signing Paul Pogba has been ruled out of the Manchester derby this week.
United boss Jose Mourinho has confirmed that the France international will miss the game due to an injury.
Asked if Pogba or Ander Herrera would be fit to play in the Manchester derby, Mourinho told a pre-match press conference: “Paul, no. Herrera, yes.”
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Pogba was forced off due to a hamstring problem over the weekend.
The France international joined Man United from Juventus at the beginning of the season for a world record £89m fee (BBC).
Man City meanwhile are also facing injury problems. Star playmaker Ilkay Gundogan has been ruled out.
The Germany international of Turkish decent has been sidelined for the remainder of the season.
Top scorer Kun Aguero is also doubt for the game after suffering an injury over the weekend. David Silva meanwhile is a major doubt.
This week’s derby takes place at the Etihad stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 (GMT) on Thursday.
