Paul Pogba saw his suspension for doping go from four years to 18 months last week. The CAS gave him the benefit of the doubt regarding the fact that he consumed the prohibited products involuntarily.
Pogba will therefore be able to resume competition next March. We do not yet know with which club since Juventus Turin plans to kick him out, but what is certain is that La Pioche fully intends to return to the highest level. Including selection.
Deschamps happy for Pogba
Does he still have a future with the France team? This Monday, coach Didier Deschamps suggested that yes. “I spoke with him on the phone for quite a while obviously. This is very good news for him. Today, he knows that he will be able to play again in March. He will have a period until March where he will have specific work. I’m very happy for him.”
“However, it remains a sanction that is heavy,” continued DD. There is this light that comes on again, he will have steps to take. Humanly for him, this is excellent news. Compared to Juve, there will be discussions. As he loves football and playing so much, this is great news for him. I always make sure I am in touch with the players. When there are complicated times like that, like injuries, plus private events, they know that I am available at any time”.
Pogba has 91 caps with the France team, but the very last dates back to March 22, 2022 against South Africa. This was just after he had been kidnapped by his childhood friends.
