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Yahoo
21 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Paul Pogba targeting return to France team in time for 2026 World Cup
According to a report from RMC Sport, Paul Pogba (32) is targeting a return to the France national team, with the midfielder keen to be involved in Didier Deschamps' squad for the FIFA World Cup in 2026. The 2018 World Cup winner is once more free to play football after his ban from the sport for doping charges was reduced from four years to 18 months. In January, the Frenchman was allowed to return to training, and then in March, he was allowed to play. Advertisement In November 2024, he agreed to mutually terminate his contract with Juventus. However, despite the ban coming to an end, he did not immediately return to club football and has instead opted to wait until after the 2024/25 season to join a new club. Recently, he has been linked with a move to Ligue 1 with AS Monaco reportedly close to agreeing a deal. It would be the first time that Pogba has tasted the French top flight. Despite having spent time at the Le Havre AC academy, he was snapped up by Manchester United, where he would go on to make his professional debut. GFFN | Nick Hartland
Metro
3 days ago
- Business
- Metro
Chelsea and Arsenal told to sign former Man Utd midfielder on free transfer
Chelsea and Arsenal are ready to spend hundreds of millions on new signings this summer but a 'very gifted' free agent could be an ideal addition to both squads. Stamford Bridge owner Todd Boehly has already spent around £60m on new recruits this summer, bringing the likes of Liam Delap and Mamadou Sarr to the club. Chelsea are set to splash more cash on a new winger and are open to strengthening Enzo Maresca's squad in other areas following a promising finish to the 2024-25 campaign. Arsenal have endured a subdued start to the summer transfer window but are expected to spend around £70m on a new striker, likely Viktor Gyokeres or Benjamin Sesko. The Gunners are also set to sign Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi in a £55m deal from Real Sociedad as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster a squad that went another season without a trophy. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link so we can send you football news tailored to you. Chelsea and Arsenal will both be on high alert to the possibility of signing free agents this summer and could do a lot worse than sign ex-Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba. That is the opinion of ex-Premier League winger Florent Malouda, who believes Pogba should be pushing for a return to England. The French World Cup winner, 32, is seeking a return to football after serving an 18-month doping suspension. Pogba agreed a mutual termination of his contract with Juventus in November and has been free to talk to other clubs since March. Monaco are leading the race to sign the talented midfielder but Malouda fears a move to the Ligue 1 side would be a mistake and wants his compatriot to join Chelsea or Arsenal instead. 'I've seen the talk of Paul Pogba to Monaco and I don't think it's the right move for him,' Malouda told Bet365. 'I think Chelsea need an experienced player and Pogba has won the World Cup, the Europa League and knows the Premier League so well. 'I think he belongs in the Premier League. Honestly, I think he belongs in the Premier League. 'If he manages to get his fitness right that is the first step, people underrate him because he has been away, but he would bring leadership. 'He is hoping to lead France at the World Cup and I think a team like Chelsea or Arsenal should try and sign him, he is a very gifted player. More Trending 'He has a great mindset, he has been resilient in his career and in his private life, he will want to get to the top and his experience would be so valuable. 'All he does is overcome challenges and with Chelsea, I think he could adjust very well to their dressing room.' Manchester United have been repeatedly urged to re-sign Pogba since his exit from Juventus was confirmed, with Rio Ferdinand among those raising the possibility of a third spell at Old Trafford. United re-signed Pogba from Juventus in 2016 for a then-record transfer fee of £89m, but the Frenchman largely underwhelmed in Manchester before being released in 2022. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Arsenal pundit insists Mikel Arteta 'should have signed Chelsea star for £40m in January' MORE: England and Chelsea legend Frank Lampard backed for Premier League job MORE: 'He's not been linked' – Troy Deeney tells Arsenal to explore shock move for Premier League forward
The Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
‘They walk into our starting XI' – £134million worth of former Man Utd stars reunite in Miami at Club World Cup
FIVE former Manchester United stars worth a whopping £134million have reunited in Miami. The gathering of ex-Reds at the Club World Cup has sent fans into meltdown on social media. 7 7 7 7 Sergio Romero, Paul Pogba, Ander Herrera, Marcos Rojo, and Edinson Cavani were all snapped together looking like they'd never left Old Trafford. It got even more exciting when the club's official X account posted the picture. The Red Devils alumni, who are now all playing for Boca Juniors in Argentina apart from Pogba, are in town for the newly re-designed and expanded Club World Cup. And Herrera had a tournament opener to forget after being sent off while on the bench in the 2-2 draw with Benfica. Former fan favourite Pogba, once United's record signing at £89million, stood tall alongside cult hero Cavani, who joined the club aged, 33, on a free transfer after a reported fallout with PSG following Neymar's arrival. Romero, United's No2 for years, was also a free signing after leaving Sampdoria in 2015. Herrera was brought in for £29million and Rojo for £16million, both remembered for their passion and commitment on the pitch during their time in Manchester. United fans didn't hold back on social media, with one saying: "At least three of those players still walk into our current team, says a lot.' Then second followed: 'Pogba and Cavani – miss those vibes at Old Trafford.' Before a more emotional one read: 'We never knew how good we had it.' Lionel Messi appears to headbutt Club World Cup opponent as tempers flare in Inter Miami's opening match French midfielder Pogba is reportedly hoping to seal a move to Monaco and prove he's still got fire in his belly folloiwng his drugs ban. As for United fans still reeling from a dire season, seeing what they once had will do nothing to lift their mood. 7 7 7
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
‘They walk into our starting XI' – £134million worth of former Man Utd stars reunite in Miami at Club World Cup
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) FIVE former Manchester United stars worth a whopping £134million have reunited in Miami. The gathering of ex-Reds at the Club World Cup has sent fans into meltdown on social media. 7 Pogba was considered one of the best midfielders in the world before joining United Credit: PA 7 Cavani arrived at United as one of Europe's most potent strikers Credit: PA 7 Rojo joined United from Sporting Lisbon 7 Pogba shared this image with his old pals Credit: Instagram @paulpogba Sergio Romero, Paul Pogba, Ander Herrera, Marcos Rojo, and Edinson Cavani were all snapped together looking like they'd never left Old Trafford. It got even more exciting when the club's official X account posted the picture. The Red Devils alumni, who are now all playing for Boca Juniors in Argentina apart from Pogba, are in town for the newly re-designed and expanded Club World Cup. And Herrera had a tournament opener to forget after being sent off while on the bench in the 2-2 draw with Benfica. Former fan favourite Pogba, once United's record signing at £89million, stood tall alongside cult hero Cavani, who joined the club aged, 33, on a free transfer after a reported fallout with PSG following Neymar's arrival. WATCH EVERY MATCH OF THE CLUB WORLD CUP 2025 LIVE ON DAZN Romero, United's No2 for years, was also a free signing after leaving Sampdoria in 2015. Herrera was brought in for £29million and Rojo for £16million, both remembered for their passion and commitment on the pitch during their time in Manchester. United fans didn't hold back on social media, with one saying: "At least three of those players still walk into our current team, says a lot.' BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Then second followed: 'Pogba and Cavani – miss those vibes at Old Trafford.' Before a more emotional one read: 'We never knew how good we had it.' Lionel Messi appears to headbutt Club World Cup opponent as tempers flare in Inter Miami's opening match French midfielder Pogba is reportedly hoping to seal a move to Monaco and prove he's still got fire in his belly folloiwng his drugs ban. As for United fans still reeling from a dire season, seeing what they once had will do nothing to lift their mood. 7 Ander Herrera played 132 league games for Manchester United Credit: Getty - Contributor 7 He was sent off for Boca against Benfica Credit: Reuters
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘They walk into our starting XI' – £134million worth of former Man Utd stars reunite in Miami at Club World Cup
FIVE former Manchester United stars worth a whopping £134million have reunited in Miami. The gathering of ex-Reds at the Club World Cup has sent fans into meltdown on social media. 7 Pogba was considered one of the best midfielders in the world before joining United Credit: PA 7 Cavani arrived at United as one of Europe's most potent strikers Credit: PA 7 Rojo joined United from Sporting Lisbon 7 Pogba shared this image with his old pals Credit: Instagram @paulpogba Sergio Romero , Paul Pogba , Ander Herrera , Marcos Rojo , and Edinson Cavani were all snapped together looking like they'd never left Old Trafford . It got even more exciting when the club's official X account posted the picture. The Red Devils alumni, Club World Cup . And Herrera had a tournament opener to forget after being sent off while on the bench in the 2-2 draw with Benfica. READ MORE ON MAN UTD Former fan favourite Pogba, once United's record signing at £89million, stood tall alongside cult hero Cavani, who joined the club aged, 33, on a free transfer after a reported fallout with PSG following Neymar's arrival. Romero, United's No2 for years, was also a free signing after leaving Sampdoria in 2015. Herrera was brought in for £29million and Rojo for £16million, both remembered for their passion and commitment on the pitch during their time in Manchester . Most read in Football United fans didn't hold back on social media, with one saying: "At least three of those players still walk into our current team, says a lot.' BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Then second followed: 'Pogba and Cavani – miss those vibes at Old Trafford .' Before a more emotional one read: 'We never knew how good we had it.' Lionel Messi appears to headbutt Club World Cup opponent as tempers flare in Inter Miami's opening match French midfielder Pogba is reportedly hoping to seal a move to Monaco and prove he's still got fire in his belly folloiwng his drugs ban. As for United fans still reeling from a dire season, seeing what they once had will do nothing to lift their mood. 7 Ander Herrera played 132 league games for Manchester United Credit: Getty - Contributor 7 He was sent off for Boca against Benfica Credit: Reuters 7 Romero was back-up to David de Gea at Old Trafford
