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Paul Pogba has left Juventus with both parties confirming his exit, paving the way for the former Manchester United midfielder to find a new club.
As Mail Sport revealed last month, Pogba and the Italian club had been locked in talks over ending his contract.
Pogba will now start the process of finding a new club ahead of his return to football next year.
A host of clubs throughout Europe, the Middle East and the MLS have an interest in Pogba.
The French midfielder saw his four year drugs ban slashed to just 18 months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport in October, news we exclusively revealed.
‘There are moments 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,’ Pogba wrote on Instagram.
Paul Pogba is set to depart Juventus in the next 24 hours after holding talks over their split
The ex-Man United star sat down for an exclusive interview with Mail Sport back in October
His four-year doping ban was reduced after an appeal and he can play again in March 2025
‘You have given me so much, more than I can put into words, and I will always carry with me all the affection you gave me. You’ll be in my heart, aways. Good luck Juventus.’
The Italian giants wrote: ‘Juventus Football Club and Paul Pogba announce that they have reached a mutual agreement for the termination of their contract as of 30 November, 2024. The club wishes Paul the very best for his professional future.’
The World Cup winner’s original suspension, that commenced on September 11, 2023, will end in March 2025.
Pogba was facing potential retirement from football had CAS upheld his four year suspension after testing positive for DHEA, a substance that boosts testosterone.
However, the 31-year-old has started planning the restart of his career after the Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled he inadvertently took the banned substance.
In confirming the reduction in Pogba’s ban, the Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled Pogba can recommence training in January 2025. His original €5,000 fine was also set aside.