Paul Pogba could be on his way out of Monaco, with discussions reportedly under way over an early termination of his contract.
The former France midfielder joined Monaco last summer after being cleared to return to professional football following an 18-month doping ban. He signed a two-year contract that was scheduled to keep him at the Ligue 1 club until the end of the upcoming season.
However, talks over ending the agreement ahead of schedule are now taking place, with a resolution expected soon. Monaco have yet to publicly comment on the situation.
Pogba is attracting interest from Major League Soccer, with the 2018 World Cup winner previously linked with clubs including DC United and Inter Miami. A move to the United States could offer the midfielder a fresh start after a difficult period in European football.
His potential transfer has been complicated by a hamstring injury suffered during Monaco’s pre-season training camp in England earlier this week. The injury could delay a move to MLS, depending on its severity and recovery timeline.
Pogba’s first season at Monaco was already affected by injuries, limiting his playing time and preventing him from establishing a consistent run in the team. There had been expectations that the new campaign could give the 33-year-old a chance to return to regular football.
The arrival of Filipe Luis as Monaco manager, replacing Sebastien Pocognoli, could also influence the club’s plans in midfield. A change in tactical direction may have contributed to uncertainty over Pogba’s future at the French club.
Pogba’s career was severely disrupted after he tested positive for dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) following a doping test in August 2023. He initially received a four-year suspension, which he insisted resulted from unknowingly taking a supplement containing a banned substance.
The Court of Arbitration for Sport later reduced his suspension to 18 months, allowing him to resume professional football in March 2025. His future now appears likely to lie outside Monaco, with MLS emerging as a possible destination if the contract situation and injury can be resolved.
