Paul Pogba

The transfer fee of 105 million euros paid for Paul Labile Pogba in 2016 represented a world record at the time for a return to Manchester United. Born in Lagny-sur-Marne in 1993, this French central midfielder has balanced a professional career across top-tier leagues while representing his national squad on the international stage.

Early Career and Move to England

Pogba began his development at local clubs US Roissy-en-Brie and US Torcy before moving to Le Havre. In 2009, he joined the Manchester United youth academy, a move that prompted a dispute between the clubs. Following a FIFA ruling, he moved to England, debutting with the under-18 squad in 2009 and eventually receiving a first-team call-up from manager Alex Ferguson in 2011.

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Success in Italy

In 2012, Pogba joined Juventus on a free transfer. He became a primary contributor during the club's run of four consecutive Serie A titles and two Coppa Italia wins. His performance during the 2015 UEFA Champions League campaign led to his inclusion in the FIFA FIFPro World11 and UEFA Team of the Year.

International Competition and Honors

Pogba captained the France team to victory at the 2013 FIFA U-20 World Cup, receiving the tournament's Best Player award. As a senior international, he competed in the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where he was named Best Young Player, and helped his country reach the final of UEFA Euro 2016. In 2018, he was awarded the Knight of the Legion of Honour.

Professional Evolution

After his record-breaking move back to Manchester United in 2016, Pogba won the EFL Cup and the UEFA Europa League, earning the title of Europa League Player of the Season. After an 18-month doping ban lifted in 2025, he signed with Monaco in June 2025.