Paul Pogba's Doping Ban Reduced to 18 Months by CAS
The Court of Arbitration for Sport found Pogba's doping was unintentional, allowing him to return to training in January and play by March.
- Paul Pogba's initial four-year doping ban was reduced to 18 months after the Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled his actions were unintentional.
- The French midfielder tested positive for DHEA, a substance that increases testosterone, due to an erroneously prescribed supplement by a Florida doctor.
- Juventus and Pogba are discussing a potential contract termination, with the club reportedly considering moving on from the player.
- Pogba will be eligible to train with Juventus starting in January and can return to competitive play in March 2025.
- Despite the reduced ban, Pogba was criticized for not exercising sufficient caution and responsibility as a professional athlete.