Pogba longs to return to France: “I am in the first phase”

Paul Pogba Seeks Renaissance with AS Monaco and Aims for the French National Team

Star midfielder Paul Pogba has expressed his desire to return to the French national team, following his official presentation with AS Monaco. The player, known for his talent and versatility on the field, has emphasized the importance of following a step-by-step process to achieve his goal. Pogba joins the Ligue 1 club on a free transfer after serving an 18-month doping suspension. The midfielder, who has been a key figure in world football, seeks to relaunch his career at AS Monaco.

It is the desire of every French footballer to represent the French national team, but there are stages.

Paul Pogba

Pogba, who was a world champion in 2018, has 91 appearances with the French national team. His last match with the national team was in March 2022. His last appearance at club level was in September 2023 playing with Juventus. The 32-year-old player has signed a two-year contract with Monaco, rejecting a lucrative offer from a team in the Saudi Pro League. Pogba seeks to prove his worth and contribute to the team’s success.

Today I am in the first stage: to return and perform well. There are positions to be won and you have to earn them because it’s a very, very good group, a great team.

Paul Pogba

Defender Eric Dier, also presented by Monaco, spoke about the excitement of having Pogba back in French football.

I think [Pogba’s arrival at AS Monaco] is obviously very exciting for the club, and I think for the French league in general. I’ve played against Paul many times and I know how good he is. I think everyone knows that. I’m excited to see him play football again, and seeing him up close is even better.

Eric Dier

Monaco, which finished third in the previous season, hopes that the additions of Pogba, Dier, and Ansu Fati, on loan from Barcelona, will allow them to compete for the Ligue 1 title against Paris Saint-Germain.

Everyone knows the player Paul Pogba is, I am very happy that he has signed for Monaco. I think that all of football is happy to see him back. He was one of the best players wherever he played, whether at club or national level. I hope we have a great year together to help the club get back to where it needs to be.

Ansu Fati

Pogba, during his time at Juventus, won four league titles and two Italian Cups, as well as the Europa League.