Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba has mentioned he considers his four-year ban for doping an “injustice” and vowed to “get again on the pitch” regardless of recommendations he may retire.
Former France worldwide Pogba has not performed since August 2023 and the 31-year-old is awaiting a date for a Court docket of Arbitration for Sports activities (CAS) listening to which may cut back his suspension to 2 years.
“Pogba isn’t completed,” the previous Manchester United participant informed Sky Italia, through ESPN. “If you happen to haven’t seen an interview of mine by which I say that I’m retiring, it implies that it’s not like that, as a result of I nonetheless really feel like a footballer.
“I need to battle this – for me – injustice. Pogba is right here and till you see me say that I’m completed, don’t fear. I’ve an unbelievable want to return again.”
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Pogba ban
Pogba was suspended earlier this 12 months after each of his samples supplied in a check returned optimistic outcomes. He watched France’s 1-0 win over Belgium within the Euro 2024 spherical of 16 in Dusseldorf on Monday however can not play for Juve and is working with soccer and health coaches individually.
The 2018 World Cup winner is alleged to have been invited to observe Didier Deschamps’ aspect by the French FA and the top coach, celebrating the win within the dressing room afterwards.
“I really feel like a baby who desires to be skilled,” he mentioned. “I practice, I do every thing I can to get again on the pitch. The newest information is I’m nonetheless a Juve participant.
“I’ve the contract [until 2026] however I haven’t had the chance to talk to the director and coach… there’s silence. I believe they’re ready for the result of the attraction however it’s important to ask them.”
Paul Pogba video
A video lately re-emerged of Pogba saying he was “over” and “useless”. The clip was taken by many to be present however was from an interview in 2023.
“I’m very blissful to see and really feel the love of the folks,” mentioned Pogba. “I’ve not been on the pitch for some time, so listening to the folks sing my identify was actually pleasing.
“I nonetheless really feel like a participant, I’m coaching and in these moments I have to solely be optimistic. I’m spending numerous time with my household, seeing my children develop up. I’m not doing what I like, which is soccer, however I’m actually wanting to get again.”
Pogba final performed for France in a pleasant in March 2022. Les Bleus face Portugal within the quarter-finals in Hamburg on Friday (20:00 BST).
