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Paul Pogba thanks Juventus and fans, calls departure 'moment of sadness'

Paul Pogba has called his departure from Juventus "a moment of sadness" in the wake of his long-awaited move to Manchester United.

The 23-year-old France international completed a deal to join the 13-time Premier League champions for a record-breaking transfer fee of €105 million on Tuesday morning.

Pogba spent four seasons with the Bianconeri after moving from United on a free transfer in 2012, helping the Italian giants to four Serie A titles, two Coppa Italias and a berth in the 2015 Champions League final during his time in Turin.

In a video released via social media, the superstar midfielder expressed his gratitude to the Old Lady and their fans.

"Good morning to everyone, fans and all of Juve," Pogba said.

"It is a moment of sadness, I have to say, because I am going to another team. I am ending an adventure that started very well and I am very happy because of that.

"I've grown a lot and learned so much from Juve and you Juve fans. It is a book that closes and another that opens elsewhere, but I want to thank Juventus, all the players, staff and fans who believed in me and you will always be in my heart. Thank you again, thank you everyone."

Pogba will return to United on a five-year contract, with an option to extend the deal for a further season.

In his previous spell with United, Pogba made just seven appearances -- all during the 2011-12 season -- including three in the Premier League, three in the Capital One Cup and one in the Europa League.