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Why has Paul Pogba been banned and what’s his net worth in 2024?

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Paul Pogba has become a household name in the football world, having played in both the French and English leagues.

But who exactly is he, and what is his net worth? Here’s everything you need to know.

Who is Paul Pogba?

Paul Pogba, born on March 15, 1993, is a French footballer who currently plays for Juventus and the France national team.

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Pogba initially began his career in the Premier League with Manchester United in 2012 but only made three appearances before joining Juventus later that year.

During his time in Turin, Pogba achieved great success, winning four Serie A titles in a row.

In 2016, he returned to Manchester United for a then-club record fee of £86 million.

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Despite his stints under managers Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Pogba and the team only managed to secure victory in the Europa League and Carabao Cup.

After 226 games, Pogba made his way back to Juventus in 2022.

Additionally, the former Manchester United midfielder played an essential role in France’s 2018 World Cup triumph.

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What is Paul Pogba’s net worth?

According to Celebrity Net Worth, Pogba’s net worth is estimated to be around $125 million (£99m).

Similar to many top athletes, Pogba earns a significant portion of his income through commercial deals and endorsements.

In 2021, he made it to Forbes’ The World’s Highest-Paid Athletes list and earned a staggering $7 million solely from endorsements.

How much does Paul Pogba earn a year?

Forbes reported Paul Pogba’s salary/winnings to be $28.5 million in 2021.

As of 2024, the exact figure of Pogba’s earnings remains undisclosed.

Is Paul Pogba married and does he have children?

Paul Pogba is married to Bolivian model Zulay.

The couple first met during Paul’s trip to Los Angeles for an International Champions Cup tournament in 2017.

Zulay was later seen attending several Manchester United games and even travelled to Russia with Paul to witness his World Cup victory in 2018.

A year following, the pair tied the knot and welcomed their first child in 2019.

Their son Labile was born on January 3, 2019.

Their family expanded with the birth of their second son Keyaan in 2020 and their third child in May 2023.

Why has Pogba been banned?

Paul Pogba has received a ban from football, potentially marking the end of his sports career.

This ban is a result of testing positive for the banned substance DHEA, which naturally enhances testosterone production, in August.

Since last September, the midfielder hasn’t played for Juventus.

How long has Pogba been banned for?

Paul Pogba’s ban from football will last for four years.

The player is set to celebrate his 31st birthday in March 2024, indicating that he could be 35 when he makes his return to football.

This development could spell the end of his illustrious career.

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Cecelia Chintoh
Cecelia Chintohhttp://ighanaian.com/journalist/cecelia
I'm Cecelia Chintoh, a Ghanaian blogger with many years of experience in the field of journalism. I'm an Editor at Ghanafuo.com, and currently the Lifestyle and Entertainment Editor at iGhanaian.com. I love to write about random stuff, but particularly about my lifestyle and opinions.
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