After playing sparing roles for Manchester United in recent weeks, the Frenchman finally returned to the starting lineup having impressed for France during the international break.

After playing sparing roles for Manchester United in recent weeks, the Frenchman finally returned to the starting lineup having impressed for France during the international break.

His reinstatement saw young Scott McTominay - who’s performed greatly along Nemanja Matic in past games- being dropped to the bench for the first time since the Champions League knock-out game vs Sevilla. Nonetheless, the 26-year-old ex-Juventus midfielder repaid Mourinho’s faith in him by starring in Saturday’s 2:0 victory over Swansea at Old Trafford.

Speaking in a recent exclusive interview with Telefoot, Pogba addressed the apparent rift between him and his Portuguese manager.

"It's true [being benched] has never happened to me, but it can strengthen me. You have to go through these periods to make you stronger.

"There is no problem with Mourinho. It's not me who picks the team.

"Ask the coach if you want to know why I play less. I respect his choices," he added.

On the subject of his imminent departure, Paul Pogba was adamant to admit it although his reply points at him having possibly given it a thought.

"It's too early to talk about a departure from United, the situation can change."

The Frenchman is expected to play a key role when Manchester United travels to face Manchester City at the Etihad in their next game. The encounter promises to be a huge one as a win for the Red Devil's fiercest rivals will see them clinching their first Premier League trophy under Pep.