Paul Pogba says his “nightmare is over” and he “cannot wait to get back on the pitch” after his four-year ban for failing an anti-doping test was reduced to 18 months. The decision after an appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) means Pogba will be allowed to resume training with Juventus in January,

Paul Pogba has issued a heartfelt statement after his four-year doping ban was reduced following a successful appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).

Paul Pogba's doping ban has been reduced from four years to 18 months upon appeal by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). The France international has been suspended since September 3 of last year which is now longer than a full calendar year without kicking a ball.