Paul Pogba Injured Again: AS Monaco Midfielder Leaves Training with Thigh Issue

AS Monaco midfielder Paul Pogba suffered a fresh left thigh injury during a training session at St George’s Park in England, according to regional reports from Nice-Matin and Ouest-France. The 33-year-old midfielder dropped to the ground during a ball-retention drill on Tuesday, August 11, after crying out in pain, halting what was intended to be the start of an intensive pre-season preparation period under manager Filipe Luis.

The Incident at St George’s Park

The training session, which had been opened to the press by Filipe Luis, turned distressing when Pogba stopped abruptly during a small-sided game involving the ball. According to coverage corroborated by Eurosport, the 33-year-old midfielder collapsed to the turf clutching his left thigh. Two members of the Monaco coaching staff immediately rushed to his aid, applying a thick strapping bandage to the area before helping him hobble off the pitch.

Visibly dejected by the setback, Pogba took a seat on the substitutes’ bench. Teammates and manager Filipe Luis offered immediate consolations as the session continued around him. The incident marks another difficult chapter for the player following an injury-ravaged return to the club.

Background and Medical Struggles at Monaco

During the previous campaign, the veteran midfielder made only six appearances across all competitions—all coming in Ligue 1—for a total playing time of just 115 minutes. A cascade of injuries involving his thigh, ankle, and calf kept him sidelined for the vast majority of the season.

The current summer schedule had offered a brief glimmer of hope when Pogba featured during the second half of a pre-season friendly against Saint-Priest on July 18, which ended in a 5–2 victory. However, that appearance was preceded by persistent trouble in his right knee at the very start of the summer training block.

Management Stance on Pogba’s Future

Monaco’s leadership has maintained an open-ended approach regarding the player’s long-term viability within the squad. In early July, Monaco general director Thiago Scuro indicated that the summer pre-season window would serve as a critical period to assess Pogba’s fitness level and determine whether he would remain part of the club’s plans moving forward.

Next Steps for the Squad

The AS Monaco medical staff is expected to run formal diagnostic scans to determine the precise grade and recovery timeline for the left thigh strain. The club has not yet issued a formal timetable for his return to group training as the squad continues its pre-season camp in the United Kingdom.