The injury sustained by Paul Pogba in his knee will keep him out "for a very long time." The news was given by Jose Mourinho, Manchester United coach. The French midfielder had undergone the injury on Sept. 12, during the first round match of the Champions League in which the Red Devils won 3-nil against Basel.

"He cannot play tomorrow, and it is not an incident for which I can hope for a quick recovery, like Valencia or Jones." Mourinho spoke regarding the availability of his squad on the eve of the Crystal Palace match. "I do not talk about long-term injuries. I do not think Ibra, Pogba and Rojo." In this sense, Pogba’s layoff could stretch for some time.