Former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba has signed a two-year contract with Ligue 1 side AS Monaco, marking his return to professional football following a doping ban that kept him off the pitch for 18 months. Paul Pogba signs for AS Monaco.
The 32-year-old French international, who was a free agent since leaving Juventus in November 2024, is now set to play in the French top flight until June 2027.
Return to Action – Paul Pogba signs for AS Monaco
Pogba’s career faced significant uncertainty after receiving a four-year suspension in early 2024 due to a failed doping test. However, following an appeal, the ban was reduced to 18 months in November 2024, retroactively effective from September 2023, when his provisional suspension began.
The 2018 FIFA World Cup winner is now eligible to play, and Monaco have wasted no time in bringing him into their squad ahead of the new season.
Monaco’s Official Statement
In a statement published on their website, the club said:
“AS Monaco are delighted to announce the arrival of Paul Pogba. The French World Champion has signed a 2-season deal and is now tied to the Principality until 30 June 2027.”
Free Transfer, Big Statement
Pogba becomes the second high-profile addition to Monaco this summer after Eric Dier, formerly of Tottenham Hotspur and Bayern Munich, also joined the club on a free transfer.
The midfielder’s last professional appearance came in a 2-0 win for Juventus over Empoli, where he featured as a substitute. During his second stint in Turin, Pogba made just 12 appearances, struggling with injuries and off-field issues.
Monaco’s Ambitions
Monaco finished third in Ligue 1 last season behind Paris Saint-Germain and Marseille. With Pogba’s experience and leadership, the club hopes to close the gap at the top and make a deeper run in European competitions.
Pogba’s versatility, creativity, and physical presence in midfield are expected to provide a massive boost to Monaco’s domestic and continental campaigns.
Multi-titled with Juventus
It was at Juventus, which he joined in 2012, that Pogba revealed himself at the highest level. With the Old Lady, he won four consecutive Serie A titles (2013 to 2016), as well as two Italian Cups (2015, 2016) and two Italian Supercups (2013, 2015). He also reached the Champions League final in 2015. With the Bianconeri (2012-2016 and 2022-2024), he made a total of 190 appearances (34 goals, 39 assists).
Europa League winner
In 2016, Pogba returned to Manchester United, where he played for six seasons. He made 233 appearances, scoring 39 goals and providing 51 assists. With the Red Devils, he won the Europa League and the English League Cup in 2017.
As a member of the French national team, Paul Pogba, a product of the ’93 generation, was regularly called up to all the French national team’s youth teams. He won the U20 World Cup in 2013, was voted Golden Boy the same year, and then became one of the key players in the French national team over the last decade. He has 91 caps, 11 goals and 9 assists to his name.
2018 world cup winner
He made a significant contribution to Les Bleus‘ victory at the 2018 World Cup in Russia, scoring a goal in the final against Croatia. He also won the Nations League in 2021 and played at Euro 2016, where France were finalists, as well as Euro 2020.
After Le Havre, Manchester United and Juventus, Paul Pogba will now play for AS Monaco and discover the French top flight.
Daghe Paul ! 🔴⚪
What’s Next for Pogba?
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, Pogba will be aiming to regain match fitness and form in time to compete for a place in France’s national squad. His return to Ligue 1 could not have come at a better time as he looks to reignite his career after one of its most turbulent chapters.
Key Stats:
- Age: 32
- Former Clubs: Manchester United, Juventus
- Major Honours: FIFA World Cup 2018, UEFA Europa League 2017, Serie A titles
- Contract Duration: June 2025 – June 2027
- Last Club Appearance: Juventus vs Empoli (2023)
