‘Excellent news’ – French coach hints at Pogba’s possible return

Didier Deschamps has reacted positively to the Court of Arbitration for Sport’s (CAS) decision to reduce Paul Pogba’s suspension from four years to 18 months.

Recall the Juventus player had been banned after testing positive for a banned substance in August 2023.

Pogba, now eligible to return to training in January 2025 and competitive matches by March, faces an uncertain club future.

His contract with Juventus is likely to be terminated, with negotiations already underway. Despite this, the suspension reduction has offered hope for the player.

France’s national team manager, Deschamps, expressed his delight in an interview with AFP. “The light is shining once again,” he said.

“It is excellent news that he will be able to play from March. I spoke to him for a long time on the phone during this difficult period.”

The positive statement from Deschamps now hints a possible reintegration of the player to the national team.

However, whether Pogba will regain his place in the national team remains to be seen, but Deschamps emphasized the midfielder’s love for the game.

“Since he loves football so much and he loves playing, it is excellent news for him.”