Injuries prompt AS Monaco to terminate Paul Pogba's contract

French club AS Monaco is reportedly preparing to terminate the contract of midfielder Paul Pogba, citing a persistent series of injuries that have hampered his performance. The 33-year-old World Cup winner has faced significant challenges since his return from a doping ban, struggling to recapture the form that made him a star.

Monaco announced that the initial objectives set with Pogba have been "partially achieved," prompting the decision to end his contract, which was originally slated to run until June 2027. The club's statement acknowledged Pogba's "exceptional mentality, determination, and high constant standards," noting his positive influence on the team even during his injury periods through sharing his experience and knowledge.

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The objectives that had been set with Pogba were only 'partially achieved,' and therefore the decision was made to end his contract, which was set to run until June 2027.

Pogba is currently sidelined with a thigh injury, shortly after recovering from a knee problem. His tenure at Monaco has been marked by these physical setbacks, preventing him from making a significant impact on the field.

The midfielder, who previously played for Manchester United and Juventus, was part of the French squad that won the 2018 FIFA World Cup. However, his career has been overshadowed by recent off-field issues and a string of injuries, casting a shadow over his future prospects.

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The club praised the player's 'exceptional mentality, determination, and high constant standards,' confirming that even during his injury periods, he had a positive impact on the team by 'sharing his experience and knowledge' with other players.