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Pogba wanted Man United challenge over Madrid - Raiola

France international Paul Pogba would have had it easier at Real Madrid, but chose to move back to Old Trafford for the challenge.

Paul Pogba's agent says the France international chose to return to Manchester United rather than take the easier route at Real Madrid because of the challenge on offer at Old Trafford.

Pogba left United in 2012 after not renewing his contract, joining Juventus and going on to win four consecutive Serie A titles and reach the final of the Champions League with the Turin club.

The midfielder was linked with a host of clubs during the transfer window but chose to return to United, doing so in a world-record transfer worth £89million.