A free agent after leaving Juventus, Paul Pogba has since been pictured filming with a YouTube sensation as he starts preparing for his return to football in a different capacity.<\/p>\n
The former Manchester United midfielder has hinted that he could be set for life as an influencer after producing a video with American YouTuber and online streamer iShowSpeed.<\/p>\n
The 31-year-old is now clubless after Juventus terminated his contract last week and has not played a competitive minute of first-team football since August 2023 after failing a doping test. He was subsequently handed a four-year ban which looked like it would end his professional playing career.<\/p>\n
However, the ban has since been reduced to 18 months following an appeal, which means Pogba is free to resume training in January resume competition action in March.<\/p>\n
Despite there being talk over Pogba re-joining United\u00a0for a third time, the Frenchman is not expected to consider a return to Old Trafford, according to The Mirror. He is currently training in Miami and is said to be looking to join a club in Europe’s top five leagues, with Arsenal among the others mentioned as potential destinations.<\/p>\n
With his future in football still uncertain, Pogba has hinted at a new job as an influencer as the former Juve star has been filming with 19-year-old social media sensation Speed.<\/p>\n
In a video on his Instagram – which boasts 62.3million followers – Pogba was seen playing football with the American and producing a couple of brutal pieces of skill on him. Starting with the Speak-No-Evil Monkey emoji, Pogba said in a caption: “Close the door bro! @ishowspeed, followed by the laughing face emoji.<\/p>\n
Upon his departure from Juventus, Pogba said in a heartfelt statement: “There are times when things don’t go the way we want, but one thing is certain: the bond I have with you, dear fans, will remain unforgettable.”<\/p>\n
He expressed his gratitude towards the supporters, adding: “You have given me so much, more than I can express in words, and I will always carry with me all the affection you have given me. You will always be in my heart. Good luck @juventus.”<\/p>\n
Pogba, meanwhile, has vowed to rediscover his top form after serving a doping ban, claiming he’s now more driven than ever. “I’m still the same player but with a different hunger,” he said. “I am more motivated. I am more hungry.”<\/p>\n
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