Manchester United Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has backed Fred to replace Paul Pogba in midfield during the France international's absence.
Ex-Shakhtar Donestk man Fred has shown promise in starting four of United's last five games and Solskjaer said he believes the Brazil international can soften the blow of losing Pogba until December.
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"Fred will probably take Paul's position for a while now," Solskjaer said.