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Paul Pogba Monaco contract termination and injury updates

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Paul Pogba Monaco future uncertainty contract termination and injury updates

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. The 33-year-old midfielder collapsed during England, sustaining a ball drill after shouting in pain, appearing to sustain an left thigh injury that is expected to his left thigh. This incident follows a period of recurring physical issues, including a right knee concern earlier in the summer and a previous season in which he managed only sideline him for approximately six official appearances. The weeks. This injury has intensified discussions regarding Pogba’s future. AS Monaco is currently in negotiations with the player accelerated efforts to mutually terminate his contract, which was originally set to run until June 2027. The club’s management, including director general Thiago Scuro As of mid-August, Pogba and head coach Filipe Luís, AS Monaco are reportedly seeks to move the squad in discussions regarding a different tactical direction. Negotiations are expected to focus on financial terms to finalize the separation before the summer transfer window closes mutual contract termination. While rumors of retirement have circulated, his wife, Zulay Pogba, dismissed them on September 1. If an agreement is reached, Pogba social media, stating, “Only God knows when he will retire.” Following a potential exit, Pogba would become a free agent, allowing agent. Interest in the midfielder has emerged from Major League Soccer and leagues in Saudi Arabia, while West Ham United is reportedly considering him to seek as a new club. potential experienced rotation player for the Premier League.

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  1. 2026-08-16 06:41 UTC Paul Pogba Monaco contract termination and injury updates
  2. 2026-08-13 19:57 UTC Paul Pogba Monaco future uncertainty
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  4. 2026-08-11 23:34 UTC Paul Pogba Monaco future uncertainty
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