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Paul Pogba left out of Monaco squad for Nottingham Forest friendly after head coach made stark admission about French star's fitness following doping ban layoff

AS Monaco supporters were once again left disappointed after marquee summer arrivals Paul Pogba and Ansu Fati were omitted from the matchday squad for the club’s recent pre-season fixture against Nottingham Forest. Despite hopes that the high-profile duo would make their debuts at the weekend, neither player featured as Monaco marched on with their pre-season preparations.

VIDEO: 'Just like a kid' – Paul Pogba all smiles as he shows off keepy-uppy skills in hotel room ahead of potential return to action for Monaco in Nottingham Forest friendly

Paul Pogba showed off his keepy-uppy skills in a hotel room with a big smile on his face as he is preparing to return to football after spending nearly two years on the sidelines after being slapped with an 18-month doping ban. The Frenchman signed for AS Monaco this summer as a free agent, and as the Ligue 1 club face Nottingham Forest in a pre-season friendly, it could mark Pogba's return to action.

Wrexham confirm transfer for Liberato Cacace for undisclosed fee as New Zealand international signs three-year deal with Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's side

Wrexham have confirmed the arrival of New Zealand international Liberato Cacace, who has committed to a three-year contract that will keep him at the club until 2028. The 24-year-old left-back becomes the latest addition to Phil Parkinson’s squad as the club builds toward a historic campaign in the EFL Championship.

Newcastle set sights on Yoane Wissa after pulling out of Hugo Ekitike race in deal that could have huge knock-on effect for Man Utd

Newcastle United have turned their attention to Brentford striker Yoane Wissa after ending their pursuit of Hugo Ekitike, with a deal for the DR Congo international now firmly in their sights. While talks with Brentford are yet to begin, the Magpies are expected to make a move soon and the potential transfer could also have a knock-on effect on Manchester United’s plans this summer.

'Nottingham Forest are a disgrace!' – Morgan Gibbs-White told to SUE his club for blocking Tottenham move as £60m saga rumbles on

Jamie O’Hara has launched a scathing attack on Nottingham Forest, calling their behaviour 'a disgrace' and urging Morgan Gibbs-White to sue the club for blocking his move to Tottenham. Despite Spurs triggering the midfielder’s £60 million ($80m) release clause, Forest halted negotiations and labelled the approach 'illegal', prompting widespread confusion and outrage.