After Paul Pogba’s (30) recent counter test results confirmed his initial positive test for testosterone, Juventus has taken action by suspending his salary, as reported by Le Parisien.
The initial suspension occurred on the Serie A season’s opening day, even though Pogba didn’t participate in the match. The latest counter test, as reported by Italian media, including Fabrizio Romano, reaffirms the positive result, prompting an investigation into the source of the substance.
Since his provisional suspension, Pogba has been unable to train with the Juventus squad. The club’s decision to suspend his salary aligns with potential consequences: a four-year suspension if unable to prove unintentional use, a possible reduction to two years, or even just a few months if the substance’s usage can be attributed to non-competitive reasons, unrelated to performance levels, as stipulated by the regulations.
La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that should Pogba face a suspension exceeding six months, Juventus retains the right to terminate his contract with the French international.