Luke Shaw has named Paul Pogba among the players who most have helped him develop as a footballer over the years at Manchester United.
While answering questions from fans on United's official website Shaw was asked which player has helped him develop the most over the years. As well as Ibrahimovic, he named Pogba as a personal mentor. The pair have played together at Old Trafford since the Frenchman returned to the club from Juventus in 2016.
"That's tough," said Shaw. "There have been a few… I think back when Ibra was at the club, he would push everyone mentally and physically in training.
"He made you stronger and I took a lot from him when he was at the club. The way he was, he could be very challenging, but he pushes everyone because he wants to win and he makes you mentally strong as well.
"Another one I'd say is Pogba. He's always been good with me. He's always telling me to believe in myself, telling me that he believes in me, so he's one that I'd say always pushes me in training.
"He's always said positive things to me that have driven me on, so I'd have to say Paul is a big influence."
Andy_Mac
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you should read your initial statement again, if he hasn't developed then nobody at Chelsea has!!!!
And please read my statement again. I clearly want to emphasise that I don't think Shaw has performed badly at all. I said I don't think he has developed. He's playing at the same level but of course, I'm also considering the fact that he was also injured. But you just assume that I'm saying he's a bad player because that's what you want to believe I guess.
Andy_Mac
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you should read your initial statement again, if he hasn't developed then nobody at Chelsea has!!!!
Most players at Chelsea are just 19-21 year olds playing their first season. You can't expect development in a few games. You're clearly just hating 😂 I'll tell you which players really developed at Man Utd - Rashford, Wan-Bissaka (compared to his Palace days), Pogba, Fred and McTominay. The other players are either at the same level as last few seasons or they have regressed. And as far as Chelsea is concerned, the players who have developed are Kovačić, Zouma, Abraham, Pulisic and Loftus-Cheek. I didn't mention the other names because they're still developing and it's only their first season in the PL for the most of them. And the other players like Azpilicueta, Rüdiger, Kanté, etc were already in their peak or aging players or they're regressing. I hope I made the point.
Michaelsmooth
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Better than all Chelsea players? 😂 That's a bold statement to make. Is he Man Utd's best player this season? I highly doubt any Man Utd fan would actually claim that except his closest friends or family. And if there are evidently better Man Utd players this season, it wouldn't explain why you'd be below us in the PL table 🤷🏻♂️
you should read your initial statement again, if he hasn't developed then nobody at Chelsea has!!!!
Andy_Mac
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he is better than Reece James and other players in the Chelsea squad bro
Better than all Chelsea players? 😂 That's a bold statement to make. Is he Man Utd's best player this season? I highly doubt any Man Utd fan would actually claim that except his closest friends or family. And if there are evidently better Man Utd players this season, it wouldn't explain why you'd be below us in the PL table 🤷🏻♂️
Andy_Mac
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According to u he hasn't developed but ever since Ashley young left he has played our left back role good. it only came that he got injured that's when Brandon William came in, and we noticed he was also great but Luke shaw has developed a lot man
I still feel he hasn't hit the level he's capable of. Just as a keen observer I'm saying this but then as lukzlat910 rightly pointed out, injuries have stalled his progress. But he has certainly proven to be versatile. I think he makes a very decent cb actually. And for all the critics who call him fat, I think he has proven to refute that by showing good levels of fitness and has good work ethic.
Andy_Mac
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last season he was our most consistent defender and this season he has filled each role given admirably. Whether it is lb, cb, or coming off the bench to correct a weakness in our formation. he is also showing value in transition as well. All this while dealing with injuries.
I think he has proven to be quite versatile. I'll give him that.
Sasamry
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I'm a bit confused. Has Luke Shaw really developed?? 🤨
he is better than Reece James and other players in the Chelsea squad bro
vanvicent
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Okay he can play anywhere he wants. That doesn't necessarily mean he has developed. He has been playing at the same level for years now.
According to u he hasn't developed but ever since Ashley young left he has played our left back role good. it only came that he got injured that's when Brandon William came in, and we noticed he was also great but Luke shaw has developed a lot man
lukzlat910
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last season he was our most consistent defender and this season he has filled each role given admirably. Whether it is lb, cb, or coming off the bench to correct a weakness in our formation. he is also showing value in transition as well. All this while dealing with injuries.
Yeah bro 💪💪 Won our player of the season last season and has been playing fairly well this season
jamrockballer
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He has but sadly his career is inflicted with injuries 😥😥
last season he was our most consistent defender and this season he has filled each role given admirably. Whether it is lb, cb, or coming off the bench to correct a weakness in our formation. he is also showing value in transition as well. All this while dealing with injuries.
Tekzyclassic24
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The media and pundits can say all they like about Pogba buh the truth is, his presence in the team is of great importance all-round. He is a proven winner and has not lost it. He will come good again for United. Well said Luke Shaw... GGMU!!!
Andy_Mac
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He has but sadly his career is inflicted with injuries 😥😥
Yeah I think that's a fair assessment.
lukzlat910
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I'm a bit confused. Has Luke Shaw really developed?? 🤨
He has but sadly his career is inflicted with injuries 😥😥
nepceipstu
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hardtruth7
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You still need to grow some balls in between.
DaMhztourage
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Hope Pogba is listening
Andy_Mac
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For your information Luke shaw play at the National team
Okay he can play anywhere he wants. That doesn't necessarily mean he has developed. He has been playing at the same level for years now.
vanvicent
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I'm a bit confused. Has Luke Shaw really developed?? 🤨
For your information Luke shaw play at the National team
vanvicent
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That's why we still need Pogba at the team
Andy_Mac
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I'm a bit confused. Has Luke Shaw really developed?? 🤨