# Paul Pogba Monaco contract termination and injury updates > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/paul-pogba-monaco-future-uncertainty > Updated: 2026-08-15T21:41:03.000Z. Sources: 40. Developments: 5. In late July 2026, Monaco confirmed that Paul Pogba, still recovering from a muscle injury, was training apart from the squad and had no set return date. The club’s director of football noted that Pogba had not met expectations and that his contract runs until 2027, leaving open the possibility of a transfer to reduce the wage bill. A week later, Monaco reported a new knee problem that forced Pogba to miss a preseason friendly. The club’s general director reiterated that Pogba holds no special status and must earn his place under the new coach. Questions about his attitude and determination were raised, and the club signaled that a discussion about his exit could occur before the summer transfer window if his expectations diverge from the club’s. On August 11, 2026, Pogba suffered a further setback during AS Monaco’s preseason training camp at St George’s Park in England, sustaining a left thigh injury that is expected to sideline him for approximately six weeks. This injury has accelerated efforts to terminate his contract, which was originally set to run until June 2027. As of mid-August, Pogba and AS Monaco are reportedly in discussions regarding a mutual contract termination. While rumors of retirement have circulated, his wife, Zulay Pogba, dismissed them on social media, stating, “Only God knows when he will retire.” Following a potential exit, Pogba would become a free agent. Interest in the midfielder has emerged from Major League Soccer and leagues in Saudi Arabia, while West Ham United is reportedly considering him as a potential experienced rotation player for the Premier League. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-15: Paul Pogba and AS Monaco discuss contract termination Paul Pogba and AS Monaco are negotiating a contract termination following a season marred by injuries. West Ham United has expressed interest in signing the midfielder as a free agent. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paul-pogba-and-as-monaco-discuss-contract-termination ### 2026-08-13: Paul Pogba faces contract termination at AS Monaco after injury AS Monaco is set to terminate Paul Pogba’s contract following a recent thigh injury that is expected to sideline the midfielder for six weeks. Pogba is reportedly seeking a new club. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paul-pogba-faces-contract-termination-at-as-monaco-after-injury ### 2026-08-11: Paul Pogba expected to leave AS Monaco via contract termination AS Monaco is negotiating an early contract termination with Paul Pogba following a recent hamstring injury and a season plagued by fitness issues. 35 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paul-pogba-injured-during-as-monaco-training-in-england ### 2026-08-06: Paul Pogba's Monaco Future Uncertain Over Knee Injury and Club Concerns Paul Pogba may leave AS Monaco as knee problems and doubts over his commitment limit his playing time; the club says he must earn his place. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paul-pogbas-monaco-future-uncertain-over-knee-injury-and-club-concerns ### 2026-07-31: Paul Pogba's Future at AS Monaco Uncertain Amid Injury Concerns Injury‑plagued Paul Pogba’s uncertain form leaves AS Monaco weighing a possible summer exit. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paul-pogbas-future-at-as-monaco-uncertain-amid-injury-concerns --- Cite as: Paul Pogba Monaco contract termination and injury updates. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/paul-pogba-monaco-future-uncertainty