The French World Cup winner, now a free agent after his doping ban was significantly reduced, is reportedly in deep negotiations for a two-year deal with the Ligue 1 club.
Monaco, France –Former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba is on the verge of a return to professional football, with reports indicating he is in advanced discussions to sign a two-year contract with AS Monaco. The 32-year-old World Cup winner has been a free agent since the mutual termination of his contract with Juventus in November 2024.
Pogba's career was thrown into turmoil after a positive test for a banned substance in August 2023, leading to an initial four-year ban from the sport. However, a successful appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) saw the suspension reduced to 18 months, making him eligible to resume his playing career in March of this year.
Sources close to the negotiations have revealed that talks between Pogba's representatives and the Monegasque club have been progressing positively for several weeks. A deal could be finalized in the coming days, paving the way for the dynamic midfielder to return to his home country's top-flight league.
Since becoming a free agent, Pogba has been the subject of widespread transfer speculation, with rumored interest from clubs in the Saudi Pro League and Major League Soccer. There were even whispers of a potential, albeit unlikely, third stint at Manchester United. However, the move to AS Monaco appears to be the most concrete and likely destination for the talented Frenchman as he seeks to relaunch his career at the highest level.
Throughout his suspension, Pogba has been actively documenting his rigorous individual training regimen on social media, signaling his intent to return to peak physical condition.
The potential move to Monaco offers Pogba a significant platform to prove he can still compete amongst Europe's elite. For the Ligue 1 side, who consistently challenge for top honors, the acquisition of a player of Pogba's caliber, should he rediscover his form, could be a major coup.
In addition to his on-field comeback, Pogba has also been navigating a difficult personal period, with his brother, Mathias Pogba, currently on trial in an extortion case that has targeted the footballer.
As the football world watches with keen interest, the coming days are expected to bring clarity to Paul Pogba's future, with a return to the pitch in the red and white of Monaco looking increasingly probable.
