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Pogba “touched” by reception on emotional Monaco debut

Paul Pogba (Monaco)
November 2025

Pogba finally made his Monaco debut in a 4-1 defeat at Rennes, coming on in the 85th minute for his first competitive appearance since September 2023 after his drugs ban, ending more than two years of enforced absence from football. Post-match he admitted he was both happy and disappointed, saying the warm ovation from Rennes fans “touched” him, while stressing he still needs time and training to reach full fitness, play 90 minutes and consistently help Monaco’s talented squad.

Pogba finally returns with Monaco debut after 811 days out

Paul Pogba (Monaco)
November 2025

Pogba made his long-awaited Monaco debut in the 85th minute of a 4-1 loss at Rennes, stepping onto the pitch for his first competitive appearance in 811 days after an 18-month doping ban and the end of his Juventus contract. Entering with Monaco already 4-0 down and a man short, Pogba treated the cameo as a first step, stressing he still needs time to reach 90-minute fitness while club staff plan a gradual build-up of minutes as he targets consistent league impact and a distant 2026 World Cup dream.

Rennes Close in on Ajax Striker Brian Brobbey

Brian Brobbey (Ajax)
August 2025

Rennes are nearing a €25m deal for Ajax striker Brian Brobbey, including bonuses and resale clauses. Ajax, struggling financially, appear ready to sanction his exit despite his contract running until 2027, allowing the forward to decide his next move before the window shuts. Brobbey’s departure would offer Ajax vital market flexibility after failed pursuits of midfielders Andres, Martin, and Morton. Re-signed from Leipzig in 2022, he delivered seven goals last season but has attracted Bundesliga and Serie A interest. Rennes are now frontrunners, awaiting Brobbey’s final decision.

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