French international, Paul Pogba
Paul Pogba is poised to revive his career with a two-year deal at AS Monaco.
The 32-year-old has been a free agent since parting ways with Juventus in November 2024 and has now accepted a significant pay cut to join the Ligue 1 club.
Pogba had offers from clubs in the Middle East and Major League Soccer, but opted for a return to French football.
According to French outlets Le Parisien and Foot Mercato, Pogba reached an agreement with Monaco on Sunday, June 22, 2025, following several days of negotiations.
The midfielder had travelled to the region in early June to meet club officials and assess off-pitch logistics, including accommodation and security arrangements.
His last professional appearance came in September 2023 for Juventus against Empoli, shortly before he tested positive for DHEA, a banned substance.
Initially suspended for four years, Pogba’s ban was reduced to 18 months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, and he became eligible to play again in March 2025.
AS Monaco, who finished third in Ligue 1 last season and qualified for the Champions League, wasted no time in pouncing on the opportunity to sign the France international.
Monaco’s interest in Pogba dates back to the winter transfer window but the move was put on hold due to financial limitations and concerns about his fitness.
With Pogba eager to return to action and open to a salary reduction, Monaco seized the opportunity as talks between him and other potential suitors stalled.
A highly experienced player with 91 France caps, including being part of the 2018 World Cup-winning squad, his signing is a major coup for Monaco and Ligue 1.
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