- Pogba has not played a competitive match since September 2023
- Monaco rejected his request to feature in the season opener against Le Havre
- CEO Thiago Scuro confirmed the club expects a three-month preparation process
Key Takeaways:
Monaco plan to delay the debut of Paul Pogba until October, while the former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder continues to work on his physical condition.
The 32-year-old Frenchman, who signed with the Ligue 1 team as a free agent earlier this summer, has not featured in an official match since September 2023.
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After serving a doping suspension that officially ended in March, Pogba attracted interest from several clubs around the world.
Monaco’s management does not intend to rush his return. The club currently has one of the strongest midfield units in Ligue 1, allowing the coaching staff to reintroduce Pogba gradually and without urgency.
Pogba had expressed a desire to play against Le Havre in Monaco’s opening match of the 2025/2026 season. However, those plans were rejected, as the club prioritises the long-term fitness of the player.
Monaco CEO Thiago Scuro told the BBC: “I guarantee that he won’t be on the pitch against Le Havre. We are being realistic. We expect a three-month process.”