Ferdinand names best replacement for Pogba at Manchester United

Former England International, Rio Ferdinand has revealed the best replacement for Paul Pogba if he should leave Manchester United.

Pogba is currently touted to leave Old Trafford by the end of the season with Real Madrid and former club Juventus showing interest.

However, Ferdinand who once played for Manchester United believes Saul Niguez would be a perfect replacement for the French International if an exit deal is sealed.

Speaking in an Instagram question and answer session, Ferdinand said: “I don’t want Pogba to go, but if he does go, I will take Saul Niguez all day long.

He added: “Not like-for-like but still a top player.

“What a player. I’ve been harping on about Saul Niguez for a few years now.

“I think he’s a major player. Composed, calm, great left foot, lovely conductor, he can score goals, tactically he’s very aware.

“You can see Simeone, he gets his teams really well set up, and he’s in the middle orchestrating and dictating things.”