The City boss acknowledged the midfielder faces high expectations but believes Pogba has had a "good season" for the Red Devils
Paul Pogba might have earned mixed reviews during his first season back at Manchester United, but the France midfielder has an unlikely champion in the form of Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola.
Jose Mourinho announced world's most expensive player will miss Thursday's derby against City at the Etihad Stadium through injury, news that is likely to come as a relief to Guardiola.
Speaking ahead of the match, the Catalan recalled Pogba's impressive display as his Bayern Munich required extra time to see off Juventus 6-4 on aggregate in a thrilling Champions league tie last season.