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Paul Pogba last played for Juventus in September 2023 Paul Pogba is set to complete his move to Monaco this week as he returns to competitive football following a doping suspension. BBC Sport revealed this month that the France midfielder was in advanced talks over a two-year contact at the Ligue 1 club. Sources close to the deal have indicated an agreement is in place, with Pogba expected to arrive in his homeland from his temporary base in the United States in the coming days to have a medical before signing. Former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Pogba was provisionally suspended after being randomly tested following Juventus' opening game of the 2023-24 season against Udinese. The World Cup winner later received a four-year ban which was slashed to 18 months in October following an appeal. He has been free to recommence his career since March after reaching an agreement with Juventus to leave the Italian club. In the final judgement of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) it was confirmed Pogba inadvertently took DHEA, a substance which boosts testosterone and is on the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) banned list. Crucially, however, the ruling stated DHEA only has an affect on females. 'Duckett would've infuriated me as a bowler - he's one of world's best' Gout, 17, sets Australian record at Golden Spike India won't change plan to rest Bumrah - Gambhir Heartbreaking, heartwarming cult classic with Rob Brydon The doctor who rebuilt the faces of World War One soldiers The all-star cast of The Celebrity Traitors revealed Decoding politics with Marina Hyde and Armando Iannucci 'Duckett would've infuriated me as a bowler - he's one of world's best' England chase 371 to seal brilliant win against India in first Test Video England chase 371 to seal brilliant win against India in first Test Scoring machine or freak season? What Mbeumo could bring to Man Utd 'Like talking to Andy Murray' - impressionist quizzes tennis stars. Video'Like talking to Andy Murray' - impressionist quizzes tennis stars In Pictures: Sporting photos of the week Who is the most iconic British & Irish Lion of all time? Which drivers are in danger of losing their seat for 2026? How Draper became a genuine Wimbledon contender Fleetwood's stumble gives US Bradley-sized Ryder Cup headache Which young players could light up Euro 2025? How Earps gives 'big sister' energy to Toone & Russo. Video How Earps gives 'big sister' energy to Toone & Russo What do you remember about the 2013 Lions tour? Why Alcaraz is 'red-hot favourite' for third Wimbledon title Have the Club World Cup's innovations been good or bad? Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.