Former Monaco assistant says ‘it will be difficult’ for Paul Pogba to return to peak form
Paul Pogba's return to peak form at AS Monaco is considered challenging by former assistant Damien Perrinelle. Despite a tempered expectation, Pogba underperformed during his debut season, playing only six games due to injuries. Perrinelle acknowledges some improvement but cautions that fans should not expect the Pogba of 2018.
- ▪Paul Pogba joined AS Monaco on a two-year deal after serving a doping ban.
- ▪He played just six games in his debut season, with only one start against FC Metz.
- ▪Damien Perrinelle believes Pogba needs to rediscover consistency but warns that expectations should be tempered.
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