Paul Pogba is set to return to football action in 2025 after his four-year drug ban was officially reduced to just 18 months. The French midfielder, who has been sidelined since 2023, will begin training with Juventus in January, with the possibility of playing in official matches as early as March.
Pogba’s Ban Reduced to 18 Months
Pogba’s initial four-year suspension for a doping violation has been significantly reduced, allowing him to resume his football career sooner than expected. The decision to reduce the ban to 18 months comes as a major relief for the player, who had been facing the prospect of missing a large portion of his remaining career.
Training in January, Matches by March
The Juventus midfielder will be able to return to training in January 2025, preparing himself for a return to competitive football by March. This timeline provides Pogba with ample time to regain his fitness and integrate back into the Juventus squad, where fans eagerly await his return.
No Court Fees for Pogba
In another positive development for the Frenchman, it has been confirmed that he will not be required to pay court fees associated with the case. This marks the end of a challenging period for Pogba, who can now focus entirely on rebuilding his career.
Paul Pogba’s return to football is now on the horizon, as his reduced 18-month ban brings an end to a long and uncertain period in his career. With training set to resume in January and a potential return to competitive matches in March, fans of Juventus and football as a whole are excited for the 2025 comeback of one of the sport’s most talented midfielders.