Manchester United's Paul Pogba is shown a straight red card for stamping on Arsenal's Hector Bellerin. David Seaman believes the Gunners are crying out for a player of Paul Pogba's quality in midfield.
Manchester United's Paul Pogba is set to miss the derby with Manchester City next week after the Frenchman was sent off against Arsenal on Saturday.
The midfielder was dismissed by referee Andre Marriner in the 74th-minute at the Emirates after a challenge on Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin.
Pogba's studs caught the back of Bellerin's leg as he lunged for the ball.
A straight red card carries a three-match ban, meaning Pogba would miss City's visit to Old Trafford on Dec.10, as well as a home game against Bournemouth on Dec.13 and the trip to West Brom on Dec. 17.
Paul Pogba was sent off after stepping on Hector Bellerin in a lunging challenge.
United will be able to appeal the suspension, but it appears unlikely the Football Association will overturn Marriner's decision.
Pogba will still be able to play against CSKA Moscow in the Champions League on Tuesday.
The 24-year-old's absence against City will be a significant blow for Jose Mourinho as his team look to reduce their lead at the top of the table.
Pogba has already missed games against Liverpool, Tottenham and Chelsea this season because of injury.
Rob is ESPN FC's Manchester United correspondent. Follow him on Twitter @RobDawsonESPN.
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