AS Monaco are expected to terminate Paul Pogba’s contract following a left thigh injury sustained during a training session at St George’s Park, according to reports. The midfielder collapsed in severe pain during a small-sided game, bringing a premature and difficult end to his stint in Ligue 1.
This latest physical setback confirmed a conclusion the club had already reached several weeks prior. According to coverage from Yahoo Sports referencing L’Equipe, Monaco had previously informed the player of their intention to end his two-year deal, clearing him to look for a new club while both parties work to negotiate a financial settlement regarding his payout. Pogba was reportedly earning below £44,000 per week under the agreement.
The development marks another frustrating chapter in a comeback attempt that began in March 2025, when Pogba returned to football following a reduced doping ban on appeal. After a mutual contract termination at Juventus, he signed with Monaco hoping to reboot his professional career. Yet, his time in France was severely limited by fitness problems. During pre-season, he managed just 45 minutes in a 5-2 friendly win against Saint-Priest on July 18, before a right knee issue sidelined him for four matches prior to his recent thigh injury.
Monaco’s board has navigated the situation carefully out of respect for the player, though club officials have openly acknowledged the reality of the failed transfer. Speaking at a recent press conference quoted by Yahoo Sports, general manager Thiago Scuro addressed the situation directly: “The truth is that the project with Pogba did not work well last season. When we started it, the expectations we had were very different. Is he likely to leave? Yes, of course.”
A Second Chance Cut Short
When Pogba originally finalized his move to the club, he spoke candidly about the emotional toll of his lengthy absence from the sport. In an interview with Daily Mail Sport, he remarked, “We went through hell. A time of darkness. But this is my second chance, I have to use it.” Unfortunately, recurring injuries have ultimately derailed that path.
Following his training ground collapse, Pogba was scheduled for an MRI scan to determine the full severity of the thigh injury. With his departure from Monaco now practically assured once final paperwork is completed, the midfielder faces a difficult career crossroads. Reports indicate he was offered to Major League Soccer clubs, leaving his immediate future dependent on whether he chooses to pursue another playing opportunity or step away from the game entirely.
As the administrative process between Monaco and the player’s representatives continues, supporters await an official club announcement detailing the final terms of the separation. Feel free to leave a comment below or share this report across your networks.
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