BREAKING: Fabrizio Romano Debunks Paul Pogba to Manchester City Rumors

Reports circulating on social media, particularly on Manchester City fan forums, claiming that Paul Pogba and his representatives were seen at the club’s training ground have been firmly dismissed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.

The rumors suggested that Manchester City, who are reportedly in the market for a central midfielder in 2025, were considering a move for the French international, who recently became a free agent after terminating his contract with Juventus.

These claims gained traction on the ‘BlueMoon’ forum, a well-known gathering place for Manchester City supporters. However, Romano quickly stepped in to clarify the situation, stating unequivocally on his X (formerly Twitter) account that “Reports of Paul Pogba being at Manchester City training ground today are not true.”

This clarification from a reliable source like Romano effectively puts an end to the speculation surrounding Pogba’s potential link to Manchester City.

While Manchester City are indeed expected to strengthen their midfield in the near future, Pogba is not understood to be a target. The club has been linked with other midfielders, including Newcastle United’s Bruno Guimaraes and Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi.

Both Guimaraes and Zubimendi are highly regarded players who would command substantial transfer fees. There have been suggestions that Guimaraes is open to working under Pep Guardiola, while Zubimendi is reportedly becoming more receptive to a move away from Spain.

The Pogba rumors emerged after the midfielder became a free agent in mid-November following a mutual termination of his contract with Juventus. This allowed him to potentially join a new club immediately, train from January 2025, and be eligible to play from the following March.

However, the idea of Pogba joining Manchester City was always considered a long shot, given his history with Manchester United and the rivalry between the two clubs.

Romano’s swift intervention to debunk the rumors highlights the importance of reliable sources in the transfer news cycle. It also demonstrates the power of social media in spreading misinformation, even within dedicated fan communities.

Manchester City are expected to ramp up their transfer activity in the coming weeks as they prepare for the resumption of Premier League football in 2025. The club is looking to get their campaign back on track after a period of poor form.

While the specific targets remain to be seen, it’s clear that midfield reinforcement is a priority for Guardiola and his team. The club will be looking for players who can add quality and depth to the squad.

The focus will now shift back to the previously linked targets, Guimaraes and Zubimendi, as well as any other potential midfield options that may emerge.

The debunking of the Pogba rumors allows Manchester City to focus on their actual transfer targets without the distraction of unfounded speculation.

The club’s transfer plans are expected to become clearer in the coming weeks, as insights into their operations and strategies begin to surface in the media.

For now, the message is clear: Paul Pogba is not heading to Manchester City. The rumors were false, and the club is pursuing other midfield targets.

This clarification from Fabrizio Romano provides much-needed clarity for Manchester City fans and allows them to focus on the club’s actual transfer pursuits.

The upcoming transfer windows will be crucial for Manchester City as they look to strengthen their squad and return to their winning ways.

Stay tuned for further updates on Manchester City’s transfer activity as the January and summer transfer windows approach.