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'Every team needs a risk taker' - Pogba's ability to 'unlock doors' praised by Irwin

Paul Pogba and his fearlessness are crucial to Manchester United's success, insisted former defender Denis Irwin.

Pogba was heavily linked with a move away from Old Trafford, Real Madrid and Juventus reportedly circling the United star before Monday's transfer deadline.

The Old Trafford side struggled last season as they finished sixth in the Premier League but Pogba led the way - the France World Cup winner scoring a team-high 13 goals in the league and 16 across all competitions.

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Pogba also supplied nine Premier League assists and Irwin emphasised the importance of the 26-year-old midfielder.