October 15th 2024.
Last week, Paul Pogba's ban for doping was shortened to 18 months. This came after an appeal against the initial four-year suspension, which was due to elevated levels of testosterone found in a drug test. Pogba, a 31-year-old midfielder, is currently under contract with Juventus but has not ruled out the possibility of playing in Ligue 1 in the future.
This potential move was brought up by Pogba's friend and former teammate, Patrice Evra, who jokingly mentioned that he would be making a call to Marseille's sporting director to secure a deal. Evra, who referred to Pogba as a "little brother," expressed his support for the reduced ban and his confidence in Pogba's return to the field.
Despite being contracted to Juventus, there have been rumors of Pogba's potential departure before his ban is lifted. Marseille has reportedly shown interest in signing the 2018 World Cup winner in the January transfer window. However, Pogba's recent interview with L'Equipe suggests that a move to Marseille is not likely.
During the interview, Pogba addressed Evra's comments and laughed them off, saying that it was typical of his "Uncle Pat" to make such jokes. He also mentioned that he is still under contract with Juventus, making a transfer to Marseille not a feasible option at the moment. However, Pogba did not completely rule out the possibility of playing in Ligue 1 in the future.
Pogba's focus now is on his recovery from a knee injury he sustained upon his return to Juventus. He is set to resume training with the team in January and can return to first-team football in March. Despite his limited appearances for Juventus, Pogba's contract with the Italian giants runs through 2026, leaving the door open for a potential move to Ligue 1 in the future.
Overall, while a move to Marseille may not be in the cards for Pogba at the moment, he remains open to the possibility of playing in Ligue 1 in the future. His ban being reduced was a relief for both him and his friends, who are eagerly awaiting his return to the field. As for Evra's joking about a potential transfer, it seems that it was all in good fun and not to be taken too seriously.
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