French midfielder Paul Pogba has denied rumors of his retirement, affirming his commitment to continue his football career despite recent challenges, including injuries and a doping controversy.
In an interview with Sky Sport on Tuesday, Pogba declared, “I’m still a football player. Don’t believe the rumors about my retirement. I want to fight for my career, and I’m optimistic.”
The 31-year-old Juventus player emphasized his dedication to the sport, stating, “I’m not finished. I’m training hard and still 100% a footballer. I can’t wait to return to the pitch.”
Pogba, who has been suspended since testing positive for doping twice, is awaiting a hearing date with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to potentially reduce his four-year ban. He remains hopeful about his future in professional football.
“If you haven’t seen me say I’m retiring, it means I’m not. I still feel like a footballer and want to fight this injustice,” Pogba said. “I train daily, doing everything I can to get back on the pitch.”
Although Pogba can’t play or train with Juventus, he continues to work with a fitness coach and a personal football coach at his Turin mansion. He also expressed his desire to return to competitive action, stating, “I have an incredible desire to come back. I feel like a child who wants to be a professional.”
Pogba recently attended France’s 1-0 win against Belgium in the Euro 2024 round of 16, where he visited the French dressing room to celebrate with his former teammates.
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