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'I don't have to explain' - Mourinho confirms Pogba stripped of vice-captaincy

Jose Mourinho confirmed Paul Pogba has been stripped of the vice-captaincy at Manchester United, but insists they have not fallen out.

Reports began to circulate prior to United's disappointing 8-7 penalty shoot-out defeat to Derby County in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday that Pogba – who was rested – had been relieved of the role.

Pogba was slammed by his manager during training and told he would never wear the captain's armband again, as he did not have the right temperament for the job.

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The French World Cup-winner had captained United three times this season in the absence of Antonio Valencia, including the Premier League opener against Leicester City.