Mino Raiola: 'Paul Pogba, Jose Mourinho relationship has improved'

Agent Mino Raiola has claimed that Paul Pogba's relationship with Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is now a lot "calmer".

The pair have clashed on a number of occasions over the past year, most recently in September when footage emerged of a coming-together at the club's training base.

Pogba, removed as United's second captain at the start of the season, has openly admitted that he would not rule out a move away from Old Trafford, with former side Juventus at the forefront of his thoughts.

Following an upturn in form for the Red Devils, however, Raiola has suggested that the Frenchman's relationship with Mourinho has improved.

"He has patched up his rapport with Jose Mourinho and is calmer now," he told Rai Sport. "He feels important to Manchester United, even if Turin and Juventus remain in his heart."

Pogba has started 15 games for United in all competitions this season, but is believed to be an injury doubt for Sunday's showdown with Manchester City.