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Paul Pogba’s controversial hair through the years

Paul Pogba was a controversial figure at Manchester United

Paul Pogba’s time at Manchester United officially came to an end on June 1, after six years in his second spell at the club.

The World Cup-winning midfielder was bought for a transfer record £89 million in 2016, but failed to live up to the hype on his return to Manchester.

He often flattered to deceive on the pitch, and his flamboyant lifestyle off it led to a lot of criticism in the media.

Pogba would regularly turn up with different hairstyles much to the frustration of onlookers, who would claim the midfielder should concentrate on playing his best football rather than displaying what was perceived to be continuous distractions.

Here is a look at some of the most famous Paul Pogba hairstyles over the last six years:

  1. The blonde-tipped dreadlocks
Paul Pogba’s controversial hair through the years

A fairly understated effort compared to some of his others, Pogba was never shy of trying new things up top

2. The Red Stripe

Paul Pogba’s controversial hair through the years

In his early days, Pogba adopted the red of Manchester United in a flash through his shaven head to match the kit.

3. The shock of blue

Paul Pogba’s controversial hair through the years

The blue streak was considered controversial due to the association with Manchester United’s noisy neighbours, until it inspired Pogba to a title-preventing win over Manchester City

4. The streak of fire

Paul Pogba’s controversial hair through the years

His hair was the only thing on fire in 2017, with Pogba failing to live up to the hype on the pitch

5. The two-star cut

Paul Pogba’s controversial hair through the years

The two stars cut into his hair in 2018 represented France’s two World Cup wins, the second of which Pogba was a key part of

6. The blue/blonde dreadlocks

Paul Pogba’s controversial hair through the years

Pogba’s blue dreadlocks were widely derided in 2021, the second time he tried the blue look

7. The bleached-blonde dye

Paul Pogba’s controversial hair through the years

The bleached blonde hair was a trademark look for many players at Euro 2022

8. The neutral shaven head

Paul Pogba’s controversial hair through the years

In his final days at Old Trafford, Pogba adopted a much more conservative look


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