In a shocking turn of events, former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder, Paul Pogba, a world cup winner and acclaimed as one of the best midfielders globally, has been handed a four-year ban after testing positive for doping.
Expressing his discontent, Pogba released a statement in response to the decision by the Tribunale Nazionale Antidoping. He stated, “I have today been informed of the decision and believe that the verdict is incorrect. I am sad, shocked, and heartbroken that everything I have built in my professional playing career has been taken away from me.”
Pogba vehemently denied knowingly or deliberately taking any supplements violating anti-doping regulations. He asserted, “As a professional athlete, I would never do anything to enhance my performance by using banned substances and have never disrespected or cheated fellow athletes and supporters of any of the teams I have played for, or against.”
Despite the setback, Pogba remains determined to clear his name. “When I am free of legal restrictions, the full story will become clear, but I will appeal this decision before the Court of Arbitration for Sport,” he affirmed.
This development raises questions about the integrity of the sport, and Pogba’s appeal is poised to bring more clarity to the situation.