“He’s taken off his cast and started running on the treadmill now, so he’s getting closer,” said the Norwegian.

When asked if Pogba would play for the club again he added: “Well, of course, I’d like to say that as soon as he gets fit, he’ll be good enough to play for the team. I’m sure Paul’s desperate to play for us again.”

United, who are ninth in the Premier League, trail fourth-placed Chelsea by six points with the clubs meeting at Stamford Bridge later on Monday.