Pogba Tested Positive for Doping: The Latest News
Paul Pogba, the renowned French footballer, has found himself in a complicated situation after testing positive for doping. If the results are confirmed, Juventus may have grounds to terminate his contract.
The incident occurred after the first day of the championship when Juventus played against Udinese. As a precaution, Pogba has been suspended by the Anti-Doping Tribunal, and he now has three days to request a counter-analysis.
The alleged violations against Pogba fall under articles 2.1 and 2.2 of the World Anti-Doping Code. Article 2.1 addresses the presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites in an athlete’s biological sample, while Article 2.2 concerns the use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or method by an athlete.
Speculation has arisen regarding the cause of Pogba’s positive test. According to an insight from , Pogba’s use of a supplement recommended by a doctor friend, purchased in America where doping regulations differ, could be the contributing factor. However, this issue would primarily concern the player himself and not Juventus.
If the counter-analysis confirms Pogba’s positivity, not only his future at Juventus, but also his entire career may be at risk. It has been reported that Pogba informed the Juventus medical staff about taking substances that were not approved by the club. Juventus claims to have had no prior knowledge of this initiative, and now Pogba must prove his lack of intentionality. While this may mitigate the possible sanctions, Pogba could still face disqualification for up to four years.
For Pogba, this suspension marks his first day without training on the field. His agent, Rafaela Pimenta, stated, “We are waiting for the counter-analyses, and until then, we can’t say anything. The only certainty is that Paul Pogba never intended to break the rules.”
In the event of a confirmed positive result, Juve will have the option to terminate Pogba’s contract, potentially saving a significant sum. Pogba is currently tied to Juventus until 2026, with a salary of 8 million euros plus 2 million euros in bonuses per year.
The outcome of Pogba’s counter-analysis will determine the future implications for both the player and Juventus. In the meantime, all parties involved anxiously await the final verdict, which will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the football world.