Paul Pogba’s Future: Exploring New Horizons After Suspension
Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba is reportedly exploring various opportunities for his next career move, with recent communications made with Hugo Lloris. The 31-year-old player is currently under suspension due to an anti-doping violation dating back to August 2023. Fortunately for him, the initial four-year ban has been reduced to 18 months, making him eligible to return to the pitch by March 2025.
A Shift Away from Juventus
Despite this reduction in his suspension period, it seems highly unlikely that Pogba will return to Juventus when his time away from the game concludes. Both he and the club are rumored to be negotiating a mutual termination of his contract, which is set to expire in June 2026. The Bianconeri are eager to alleviate themselves of Pogba’s hefty salary, while he himself yearns for a clean slate following a tumultuous second term at the club.
Potential Destinations and Interests
Pogba’s search for a new team has linked him with several clubs interested in acquiring his services. Notable among these are Olympique Marseille and various entities within the Saudi Pro League. A surprising twist has emerged recently: according to Tuttosport via IlBianconero, Major League Soccer (MLS) might offer a viable pathway forward for him—particularly through interest expressed by Los Angeles FC.
This potential move would allow Pogba to join friends like Giorgio Chiellini, who took on a similar transition after successful spells both as a player and now as part of Juventus’ management team post-retirement from LAFC.
Friendship Beyond Football
Additionally, it’s reported that Pogba has reached out personally to Lloris about this opportunity since they both share not just friendship but also memories from their time together on France’s national squad during their victorious World Cup campaign in Russia in 2018.
As discussions continue—both between players and clubs—the spotlight shines brightly on where Paul Pogba will land next and how he can rejuvenate what many consider a once-promising career trajectory affected by unforeseen setbacks.