Manchester United seem to be favourites to sign Paul Pogba

Real Madrid head coach Zinedine Zidane has refused to be drawn on a potential move for Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba.

The 23-year-old is understood to be in advanced talks with Manchester United about a return to Old Trafford, four years after he left to play in Serie A.

However, the move is apparently stalling over a stand-off regarding who pays his agent's fee, potentially opening the door for Real.

Asked about a move for Pogba on his side's pre-season trip to the United States, Zidane said: "I do not know, so far we are here (Columbus) working.

"Until August 31 anything can happen. He is not yet a Madrid player. We cannot talk about what will happen.

"The question is direct and I always say things. But now is not the time to talk about it. Everyone is interested in Pogba. He is a great player and when you're with Madrid you always want the best. Now you have to respect some things, he is a Juve player, today I cannot say anything."

While Zidane was reluctant to comment on Pogba, he was more forthcoming on the future of James Rodriguez.

Sky Italia reporter Valentina Fass says negotiations over agent fees is holding up a potential Paul Pogba transfer Sky Italia reporter Valentina Fass says negotiations over agent fees is holding up a potential Paul Pogba transfer

The Colombia international has been reportedly linked with a move away from the Bernabeu after struggling to hold down a first-team spot last season.

But Zidane said: "He is a Real Madrid player and he is going to stay."