Pogba's Doping Ban Reduced Amid Contract Talks

Paul Pogba's initial four-year doping ban has been reduced to 18 months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) after he successfully argued that the banned substance DHEA was ingested unintentionally via a supplement prescribed by a doctor. Pogba, who has been out of action since testing positive in August 2023, expressed relief and is eligible to return to football in March 2025. However, Juventus and Pogba are reportedly in discussions to terminate his contract before it expires in 2026, as both parties seek a fresh start. While Juventus has not committed to Pogba's return, Pogba is determined to resume his career, potentially with another club, and remains hopeful about his international prospects with France. The decision by CAS has been a turning point in Pogba's attempt to move past a challenging period in his career.