Paul Pogba, who has not played a competitive match since September 2023, could make his debut for AS Monaco soon, manager Sebastien Pocognoli said, stressing the need to temper expectations ahead of the midfielder's return.

The former Juventus and Manchester United player joined Ligue 1 club Monaco on a free transfer in June.

The 32-year-old was handed a four-year ban in February 2024 after testing positive for DHEA, which boosts testosterone levels.

The suspension was cut to 18 months after a successful appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

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