Pogba chooses Monaco for his comeback.

After nearly 20 months out due to a doping ban, Paul Pogba officially returned to the pitch by signing a contract with AS Monaco. The agreement between the two parties is for two years, lasting until the summer of 2027.

Pogba makes his return after almost two full seasons of absence - Photo: REUTERS

Pogba left Juventus in November 2024 after a long period of inactivity. In August 2023, the French midfielder tested positive for the banned substance DHEA after a match between Juventus and Udinese, even though he did not play.

Initially, he was banned from competing for four years by the Italian Anti-Doping Committee. However, Pogba appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). And in October 2024, his ban was reduced to 18 months.

By the time he signed with Monaco, Pogba had been out of action for over a year and a half. His last match was on September 3, 2023, for Juventus, when he came on as a substitute for approximately 28 minutes against Empoli.

During his suspension, Pogba shared his feelings of despair, even considering retirement because he didn't know if any club would still want to sign him.

However, with the effort to maintain his fitness and the support from his family, this talented but troubled midfielder decided to continue pursuing his career.

Over the past six months, Pogba has rejected lucrative offers from Saudi Arabia to choose AS Monaco, with the goal of playing top-level football in the Champions League. Monaco finished third in Ligue 1 last season, securing a place in the Champions League.

Financial details have not been released, but according to French media, Pogba has accepted a lower-than-average salary to play in Europe. He aims to regain his form, compete for a place back in the French national team, and hopefully participate in the 2026 World Cup.

For Monaco, this signing is symbolic. While Pogba's form remains questionable, his experience and class could help this young team go far in domestic and continental competitions.

Before Pogba, Monaco had already made two notable transfers: Ansu Fati and Eric Dier.

HUY DANG

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