Monaco and Paul Pogba part ways by mutual consent after one season
Monaco announces the mutual termination of Paul Pogba's contract after one season, citing struggles to regain form following a lengthy suspension.
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AIFrench club AS Monaco has announced that it has reached an agreement with midfielder Paul Pogba to terminate his contract by mutual consent, just one season after he joined the team, despite his original deal running until June 2027.
In a statement, the club explained that the decision followed a shared understanding that the objectives set when Pogba joined were only partially achieved, as the player faced difficulties regaining his form and status after returning to the pitch following a suspension of more than two years due to a doping case.
Pogba expressed his gratitude to the club, saying: "I would like to thank the club president, management, my teammates, and all the technical and administrative staff, as well as all the fans who believed in me. Representing this club and the principality has been an unforgettable experience." He added: "Monaco is an exceptional club, and although I did not play as many matches as I had hoped, I will always be grateful for the opportunity to wear its shirt."
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A difficult season and recurring injuries
The 2018 World Cup winner with France made only six appearances for Monaco, starting just once. Pogba is currently recovering from a thigh injury after recently completing treatment for a previous knee injury.