Paul Pogba pays tribute to former Juventus team-mates Chiellini and Dybala as Man Utd ace linked with return to Italians

MANCHESTER UNITED star Paul Pogba paid tribute to former Juventus team-mates Giorgio Chiellini and Paulo Dybala.

Chiellini and Dybala are set to leave Juve in June as they bade farewell to the fans on Monday in Turin during the Italian giants’ last home match of the season against Lazio.

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Pogba spent four years with the Bianconeri before his record move to United in 2016 and played alongside both players.

The star midfielder took to Instagram where he shared some touching words for both players amid rumours suggesting he will return to Juventus in the summer.

Pogba said about Chiellini: “What a fantastic career.

“Feel privileged to have shared the pitch with you, a phenomenal player and an even better person.”

Pogba then said about Dybala: “Hermano [brother], you’re a top player and a top man!

“It’s great to have you as a friend and to have shared moments with you at [Juventus]. Hope to see you soon!”

Chiellini got a standing ovation from the Juventus crowd when he was substituted in the first half and was applauded by his team-mates as well as Lazio players.

Dybala, who has been linked with a move to Arsenal, was also overcome by emotions after the final whistle.

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The forward’s team-mates allowed him a moment to say goodbye to the fans, standing back in a line as he walked towards and gestured at one of the stands.

Pogba is set to leave United in June when his contract runs out and has been linked with a return to Turin as well as a move to Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City.