French midfielder Paul Pogba has made an emotional return to competitive football, signing a two-year deal with Monaco after his four-year doping ban was reduced to 18 months. His tearful announcement signals a determined comeback and a new chapter in his decorated career.
- Pogba broke down in tears while signing a two-year deal, calling his return “La renaissance” (the rebirth).
- His ban, which was cut on appeal, followed a random test after a match in 2023.
- The Court of Arbitration for Sport confirmed he inadvertently took a banned substance, DHEA.
- The France World Cup winner will play in Ligue 1 for the first time in his career.
- He had been a free agent since his contract with Juventus was mutually terminated.
Source: X app/@asmonaco
