Ralf Rangnick stood on dangerous ground when he suggested Paul Pogba might use game time as an opportunity to put himself in the shop window for Manchester United.
Given the back and forth regarding Pogba and constant speculation over his future, that particular tact was not a surprise, but declaring so in public gaze really did raise eyebrows.
No matter your stance on Pogba - or his agent Mino Raiola for that matter - the player is within his rights to pursue other avenues and keep his options open.
