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Vicario’s heroics earn Spurs a point; Monaco gripe about time-wasting

Guglielmo Vicario (Tottenham)
October 2025

ottenham escaped Monaco with a 0–0 Champions League draw as Vicario delivered multiple high-value saves. Monaco’s coach accused the keeper of time-wasting, but Spurs lauded Vicario’s shot-stopping in a game tilted toward the hosts. Spurs accepted deep phases, compressing central lanes and trusting Vicario on cutbacks and near-post efforts. Late game management—slower restarts and defensive subs—blunted Monaco’s momentum and protected a point away from home.

Tottenham Turn to Akliouche After Eze Hijack Sparks Fan Fury

Maghnes Akliouche (AS Monaco), Eberechi Eze (Arsenal)
August 2025

Tottenham shifted focus to Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche after Arsenal hijacked their move for Eberechi Eze at the final stage. The setback compounds Spurs’ struggles, with Maddison injured and failed pursuits of Gibbs-White exposing their fragile transfer strategy. Spurs reopened talks with Akliouche while exploring backup options like Southampton’s Tyler Dibling and unsettled Leipzig star Xavi Simons. The board faces rising pressure from fans frustrated by repeated transfer collapses, fearing mediocrity in yet another demanding Premier League campaign.

Paul Pogba Signs with AS Monaco After Doping Ban

Paul Pogba (AS Monaco)
June 2025

Paul Pogba has signed a two-year deal with AS Monaco after serving an 18-month doping ban and leaving Juventus. He returns to Ligue 1 aiming to revive his career at age 32.
Pogba’s Juventus contract was terminated following his positive DHEA test. Monaco signed him on a free transfer, and the emotional midfielder is eager to re-establish himself in top-flight football.

Pogba-Monaco Talks Continue, No Deal Finalized Yet

Paul Pogba
June 2025

Despite positive discussions, Paul Pogba has not yet agreed a deal to join Monaco. Talks will continue this week as the 32-year-old remains a free agent.
Pogba, banned for doping until mid-2025, terminated his Juventus contract last November. Monaco are interested, but a final agreement has not been reached. Pogba hasn’t played since November 2024.

Monaco Move for Pogba Amid European Offers

Paul Pogba, AS Monaco
June 2025

AS Monaco are in advanced negotiations to sign 32-year-old Paul Pogba, offering a two-year contract to the former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder, who remains a free agent.
Pogba is considering Monaco’s proposal amid other offers, including one from La Liga. His 18-month doping suspension ends soon, and despite interest from Saudi and MLS clubs, he is focused on returning to top-level European football and reviving his France career.

Eric Dier Seals Free Transfer to Monaco After Bayern Stint

Eric Dier (Bayern Munich > AS Monaco)
Effective July 1, 2025

Monaco have confirmed the signing of Eric Dier on a free transfer. The England defender will sign a three-year deal running until June 2028.
Dier leaves Bayern after helping them win the Bundesliga. The 31-year-old joins Monaco following the expiry of his contract in Germany.

Eric Dier Set to Join Monaco After Bayern Contract Talks Collapse

Eric Dier (Bayern Munich > AS Monaco)
Summer 2025

Eric Dier will leave Bayern Munich and join AS Monaco on a two-year deal after failing to agree on contract terms with the German side.
Bayern were unwilling to match Monaco’s offer of contract length, leading Dier to accept the Ligue 1 club’s proposal ahead of the summer window.

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