Monaco CEO Admits Paul Pogba Recovery Strategy Failing
Monaco’s CEO revealed that the club’s strategy for rehabilitating Paul Pogba has not yielded the expected results. The 32-year-old midfielder has managed only 30 minutes of play since joining Monaco last summer, highlighting ongoing struggles with injuries.
Paul Pogba’s Injury Issues
Pogba, a World Cup champion and former star at clubs like Manchester United and Juventus, signed a two-year contract with Monaco. His objective was to revive a career hindered by various setbacks, including injuries and a doping ban.
Recently, he has been sidelined due to a left calf injury incurred during training. This latest setback followed a series of physical challenges that delayed his Monaco debut until the end of November.
Monaco CEO’s Insights
- Thiago Scuro, Monaco’s CEO, stated, “The program and the plan for Paul is not working as we expected.”
- Pogba is reportedly frustrated by his inability to contribute more minutes on the field.
- Scuro remains hopeful that Pogba will eventually return to competitive form.
Monaco currently sits in ninth place in Ligue 1, trailing the league leaders by 17 points. Scuro hinted that if Pogba’s recovery does not progress, discussions about his future could take place next summer.
Paul Pogba’s Career Highlights
Pogba made headlines in 2016 when he transferred back to Manchester United for a then-record fee of €105 million (approximately $116 million). He has represented France 91 times, scoring 11 goals. Notably, he played a crucial role in France’s 2018 World Cup victory, netting a goal in the final against Croatia.
Future Prospects
Despite his struggles, Pogba has expressed a desire to reclaim his spot on the French national team ahead of the upcoming World Cup in North America. However, this goal seems increasingly difficult following his recent injury issues and setbacks.
Monaco and Pogba are currently focused on developing a new recovery plan to facilitate his return to competitive play and optimize his impact for the team.
