Patience, key word for the return of Paul Pogba. Almost two years after his last official appearance, the 2018 world champion prudently advances towards a return to competition. Recruited this summer by AS Monaco, he is not yet ready to find Ligue 1, but is progressing in its rethletic process. In internship with the group in England, the French environment gradually resumes its bearings.
His desire to replay is undeniable. During his presentation, Pogba had even expressed, smiling, his wish to start the season against Le Havre, a club dear to his heart. A quickly tempered wish by Thiago Scuro, Managing Director of ASM:
“Paul will not be able to be on the ground against Le Havre. He surely had to joke. You have to be realistic and honest. »»
Hütter confident, but cautious on time
In the meantime, the 32 -year -old multiplies individualized sessions under the supervision of the medical and physical staff.
“They work on their physical structure, their balance. We cannot compare both ”explained Adi Hütter about Pogba and Ansu Fati, also in the recovery phase.
“Paul and Ansu are hungry for ball. They will get closer in the coming weeks ”added the Austrian coach, confident but measured.
However, a return to the field is not envisaged for several weeks, even several months, especially for “the draw”. “I think that is a little closer to join the team. In Barcelona, he could not work as he had to. We try to upgrade it, you shouldn't do it too early. We pay attention “said Hütter. On the pogba side, the forecasts evoke a delay of about three months to see it again on the grounds.
Until then, the former Manchester United player finds the pleasure of the locker room and group life. Present Sunday during the great success of the Monegasques against Coventry (5-0), he attended from the bench in the triplet of Maghnes Akliouche. A way to stay fully connected to the team and to the collective dynamics.
