What I Went Through Alone — Paul Pogba

EKO HOT BLOG reports that former Manchester United midfielder, Paul Pogba, has revealed that an £11 million extortion case has had a negative impact on his football career. The Juventus star said that his injuries are a result of being mentally affected after being threatened at gunpoint during the case.

Speaking to L’Equipe, Pogba explained that he can no longer concentrate on himself and his football since the incident, which affected his body and is the main reason behind the injuries he has suffered. He revealed that he had kept this information to himself for a long time before finally speaking out about it.

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Pogba’s extortion case involved the threat of revealing personal information about him to the media, and it was only resolved after he paid a large sum of money to the extortionists. The incident had a significant impact on the midfielder’s mental well-being, and he has struggled to regain his form on the pitch ever since.

The France international has not played much of the current season since leaving Manchester United for the Serie A giants. Pogba’s admission sheds new light on the reasons behind his extended absences from the pitch and his struggles to regain his form.

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Pogba’s case is a reminder of the pressures and stresses that come with being a professional footballer, both on and off the pitch. The midfielder’s courage in speaking out about the incident will undoubtedly inspire other players to come forward and seek help if they are facing similar challenges.