Two years after his last appearance on a football pitch, Paul Pogba is back. Signed by AS Monaco this summer, the 32-year-old midfielder was officially presented to the media on Thursday. Emotional, calm, and determined, he opened up about his darkest moments—and what’s next.
A comeback full of emotion
Suspended for doping and away from the game since September 2023, Pogba has been cleared to play since March. At the signing of his new deal, “La Pioche” couldn’t hold back tears. “I wanted my kids to see me play again—I held on. I’m just so happy to be here at Monaco,” he said, visibly moved.
No rush, but full of fire
There’s no set return date, but Pogba made one thing clear: he won’t come back until he’s fully ready. “I want to return at 100%, not halfway. The club gave me a special program. If it were up to me, I’d already be on the pitch,” he laughed. No revenge, no pressure—just pure love for the game: “I feel like a kid signing his first pro deal.”
A cheeky nod to Deschamps
Asked about a potential France comeback, Pogba couldn’t resist joking: “Have I spoken with Didier Deschamps? Of course! He called me and said, ‘Great, you’ve signed for Monaco—you can come back whenever you want.’” Then he burst out laughing: “Nah, just kidding!”
A moment of humor that sums up his spirit: relaxed, smiling, and ready for a new chapter.
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