Former France midfielder Paul Pogba has departed from Monaco after his contract was ended following only one season.
Pogba, a 2018 World Cup champion, had a contract with the Ligue 1 team until June 2027, but Monaco announced it was terminated early since the goals established by both sides were only “partially accomplished.”
The 33-year-old participated in six games for Monaco last season, with five of those appearances being as a substitute.
“Pogba stated, “Representing this club and the principality was an incredible experience,” said Pogba.
“AS Monaco is an incredible club, and although I did not play as many games as I had hoped, I will always be grateful for the opportunity to wear their colors.”
Pogba signed with Monaco last summer after being allowed to come back to professional football following a doping ban he faced during his time at Juventus.
Pogba insisted it was an error and was allowed to resume playing football in March 2025 after the Court of Arbitration for Sport decided to shorten his suspension from four years to 18 months.
BBC Sport reports that Pogba is drawing attention from Major League Soccer. He has been associated with DC United and Inter Miami in the past.
Nevertheless, he incurred a hamstring injury during Monaco’s pre-season training camp in England last week, which may postpone any transfer.
Monaco CEO Thiago Scuro said, “When [Pogba] joined, we explained that this was a major challenge that was audacious and ambitious.
“While the outcome is not what we had hoped for, it should not overshadow the enthusiasm that surrounded his return to club football, nor the fact that Paul was able to return to the pitch and to professional football during this period.
“We wish Paul all the very best for the future.”
