Paul Pogba is nearing a much-anticipated return to football, as discussions progress for him to join a new club once his current suspension is lifted. The French midfielder, whose career has been mired in recent controversies, is finally seeing hope after his doping ban was significantly reduced, allowing him to resume training by January 2025.
Originally, Pogba faced a daunting four-year suspension after testing positive for DHEA, a hormone-boosting substance, which would have likely ended his career at the highest level.
However, after a successful appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), his ban was reduced to 18 months, giving Pogba a second chance. This revised timeline means he could return to training in early 2025, with a competitive comeback potentially happening as soon as March.
Juventus, his current club, is expected to terminate his contract, marking the end of a challenging second spell with the Italian side. Pogba, who returned to Juventus in 2022 following his departure from Manchester United, has struggled with injuries and the doping controversy that overshadowed his recent season. Now, with his exit from Juventus on the horizon, Pogba is considering his options for the next phase of his career.
One of the most exciting prospects comes from reports by journalist Malick Traore of NCI, who suggests that Marseille is in advanced talks to bring Pogba back to France.
This potential move has sparked interest across Europe, with fans eagerly awaiting confirmation of Pogba’s next destination. If finalized, Pogba could join Marseille in January, where he would team up with talents like Mason Greenwood, Neal Maupay, and Pierre Emile-Højbjerg under the leadership of manager Roberto De Zerbi.
Adding to the intrigue is Marseille’s recent signing of Adrien Rabiot, Pogba’s former Juventus teammate, which could see Pogba reunited with familiar faces. A return to Ligue 1 would be a significant chapter in Pogba’s career, bringing him back to his homeland after years abroad in England and Italy.
Pogba’s suspension saga began when he tested positive for DHEA in August 2023 during Juventus’s first match of the season. While maintaining his innocence, Pogba attributed the positive test to a doctor-prescribed supplement. After his successful appeal, Pogba expressed relief, stating that he could now look forward to pursuing his career once more.
As fans eagerly await Pogba’s return, there is renewed optimism that he will reestablish himself as one of the most influential midfielders of his era.
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