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Pogba contacts an expert to make counter-analysis Paul Pogba is taking steps to address his failed drug test by preparing for a counter-analysis, all in an effort to clear his name in this concerning situation. Reportedly having tested positive for a banned substance, Pogba is now eager to prove his innocence. He has limited time left to request the counter-analysis before facing a potential punishment. ...... However, if the counter-analysis does not exonerate him, Pogba is prepared to provide an explanation for how the prohibited substance entered his system. His aim is to secure a less severe punishment, as the only scenario in which he would avoid punishment is if the second analysis yields a positive outcome for him. ...... Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pogba-contacts-an-expert-to-make-counter-analysis/

Bonucci denies Juventus told him to leave as at last season Leonardo Bonucci has refuted claims that he was informed he wasn’t needed by Juventus as of last season. The defender faced challenges completing matches during the previous campaign due to various injury problems. ..... “It is not true that in October 2022 and February 2023, I was informed of the desire to terminate the relationship at the end of the season. “I smelled something just by reading it in the newspapers until July 13th when Giuntoli and Manna informed me, coming to my house, that I would no longer be part of the Juventus squad and that my presence on the pitch would hinder the growth of the team.” ....... Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/bonucci-denies-juventus-told-him-to-leave-as-at-last-season/

DAVIDE MASSARO Nazione: Italia Luogo di nascita: Bassano del Grappa (Vicenza) Data di nascita: 10.02.1998 Ruolo: Attaccante Altezza: 180 cm Peso: - Soprannome: - Alla Juventus nel 2017 0 presenze - 0 reti Club career 03/2022 - 06/2022 Academica Clinceni Forward 07/2019 - 02/2022 CS Mioveni Forward 08/2018 - 06/2019 SP Tre Fiori Forward 08/2017 - 12/2017 FC Ascona Forward 07/2017 - 08/2017 Juventus Forward 08/2016 - 06/2017 Carrarese Calcio Forward 09/2015 - 06/2016 Vicenza Calcio Forward 01/2015 - 06/2016 Vicenza Calcio [Youth] Forward 07/2014 - 06/2015 Vicenza Virtus [Youth B] Forward https://www.worldfootball.net/player_summary/davide-massaro/

MAURO MASSARUTTO Nazione: Italia Luogo di nascita: Monfalcone (Gorizia) Data di nascita: 28.01.1962 Ruolo: Centrocampista Altezza: - Peso: - Soprannome: - Alla Juventus dal 1979 al 1980 Esordio: 22.05.1980 - Amichevole - Aosta-Juventus 2-4 0 presenze - 0 reti

ARTURO MASSARI https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arturo_Massari Nazione: Italia Luogo di nascita: Tresigallo (Ferrara) Data di nascita: 09.10.1945 Ruolo: Difensore Altezza: - Peso: - Soprannome: - Alla Juventus dal 1963 al 1965 Esordio: 11.08.1963 - Amichevole - Juventus-Juventus De Martino 6-1 Ultima partita: 30.04.1965 - Amichevole - Pinerolo-Juventus 0-4 0 presenze - 0 reti Arturo Massari (Tresigallo, 9 ottobre 1945) è un ex calciatore italiano, di ruolo difensore. Arturo Massari Massari al Catanzaro nel 1970 Nazionalità Italia Calcio Ruolo Difensore Termine carriera 1975 Carriera Squadre di club 1965-1966 Potenza 1 (0) 1966-1967 Siracusa 34 (0) 1967-1968 Pisa 7 (0) 1968-1971 Catanzaro 80 (1) 1971-1975 Frosinone 127 (6) Carriera Cresciuto nella Juventus, dopo gli esordi a Potenza e in Serie C con il Siracusa nel 1966, debutta in Serie B con il Pisa raggiungendo la promozione in Serie A nella stagione 1967-1968. L'anno successivo passa al Catanzaro dove disputa tre campionati di Serie B, ottenendo un'altra promozione in Serie A al termine del campionato 1970-1971, in cui tra l'altro gioca da titolare la decisiva gara di spareggio giocata a Napoli e vinta per 1-0 contro il Bari. Si trasferisce infine al Frosinone dove gioca per cinque anni in Serie C terminando la carriera nel 1975.

Paul Pogba will now earn just 2180 euros per month Juventus has taken the step of suspending Paul Pogba as he faces the possibility of a ban for doping-related offences. .... However, the recent revelation of his failed doping test has left the club and its supporters deeply concerned. This development may prompt Juventus to reconsider its relationship with Pogba. The ultimate fate of his contract remains uncertain pending the outcome of the doping investigation. Notably, a recent report has indicated that Pogba’s earnings have been reduced to the minimum wage in Italy. He is reportedly earning a gross monthly salary of 2,180 euros, a situation that will persist until the results of the second analysis of his sample are confirmed. ......... Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/paul-pogba-will-now-earn-just-2180-euros-per-month/

Juventus ran at loss of 115m in 2022-23 Juventus ended the 2022-23 financial year running at losses of circa €115m, was calculated from parent company Exor’s statements. Exor is the holding company for the Agnelli empire and run by John Elkann, the cousin to former Juve President Andrea Agnelli. ...... These calculations suggest that Juventus ran at a loss of €115m for the 2023-23 financial year, closing June 30. It will be made official next week in the Board of Directors meeting. That represents a huge improvement on last year’s losses of €239m, which were also affected by the pandemic taking away revenue from the stadium. While Juventus struggle, Exor continues to flourish with profits of €2.2bn for the first half of 2023. ....... Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-ran-at-loss-of-115m-in-2022-23/

When will McKennie and Weah return from international break to Juventus Juventus had dispatched several of its players to represent their respective countries during the international break, and the timing of their return remains uncertain due to varying international schedules and involvement levels. Of particular note, Juventus has two key players in the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT), both of whom were actively participating in recent international matches. It is expected that these American players will rejoin the club today and should be available for training tomorrow. ....... Timothy Weah, who has become a vital part of the team since his arrival in the last transfer window, and Weston McKennie, who has earned his place back in the squad with an impressive pre-season, are both eager to contribute if selected to feature in the match against the Biancocelesti. ...... Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/when-will-mckennie-and-weah-return-from-international-break-to-juventus/

Juventus receives double injury boost ahead of Lazio game Juventus has received a significant double boost in terms of player fitness, as both Federico Chiesa and Federico Gatti have returned to training and may be available for their upcoming game against Lazio. Concerns arose when Chiesa returned prematurely from the Italy national team camp, initially raising fears of a more serious injury. However, it has since been confirmed that his injury was minor, and he has resumed training. Similarly, Gatti, who was also dealing with an injury before the international break, is now fit and has been participating in the latest training sessions. For the crucial match against Lazio, Juventus will undoubtedly benefit from having all their key players available. Given Chiesa’s impressive start to the season, it is highly likely that he will feature prominently if he is deemed fit to play. ....... Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-receives-double-injury-boost-ahead-of-lazio-game/

Marotta: ‘Pogba is professional, this can warn other players’ Beppe Marotta brought Paul Pogba to Juventus in 2012 and is saddened to see him suspended for failing a doping test. ‘I can guarantee he is a serious professional and hope it can act as a warning to other players.’ ....... According to multiple reports, he has confessed that he took a vitamin integrator – a dietary supplement – in America over the summer without first consulting the Juventus medical staff and therefore might’ve inadvertently taken the banned substance. “I have a rapport of great affection with Pogba,” Inter general manager Marotta told reporters at the Premio Gentleman event this evening. “We signed him as a free agent from Manchester United and then sold him on for over €100m, which was simply extraordinary. “I can only say that he is a good guy, but I don’t want to get into the details of it, because this is not up to me. I am simply sad.” ....... “If players are not being strict with what they consume, then I hope it can act as a warning to other players. I hope he can resolve the situation and I can guarantee he is a serious professional.” ....... Read more -> https://football-italia.net/marotta-pogba-is-professional-this-can-warn-other-players/

Reports medical supplement taken by Pogba contained written warning Multiple outlets in Italy claim that a substance reportedly taken by Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba that may have led to his failing a routine doping test would have contained an information pack warning of the potential risks. ......... Pogba is likely to have taken a vitamin integrator while in the United States over the summer. Both outlets also claim that the substance taken by Pogba would have contained a clearly visible warning over the potential risks. The supplement was reportedly recommended to Pogba by a medical professional close to his family, but not one that was connected to Juventus. Pogba did not consult Juventus with his decision to take the supplement, an enormous oversight, which would lead to the end of his time with the club if counter-analysis also comes back positive. ........ Read more -> https://football-italia.net/reports-medical-supplement-taken-by-pogba-contained-written-warning/

'We all support Paul' - Pogba defended by France team-mate Kingsley Coman after failed drugs test as Didier Deschamps insists he 'can't imagine' Juventus star using a banned substance France boss Didier Deschamps and Kingsley Coman have leapt to the defence of Paul Pogba after his failed drugs test at Juventus. ....... If found guilty, the 30-year-old could be banned from football for up to four years following the random drugs test. The midfielder has until later this week to produce a counter-analysis of the result, according to reports in Italy. ........ Deschamps, who has worked with Pogba since taking over the Les Bleus managerial role in 2012, finds it hard to believe that Pogba has committed such an offence. “I can't imagine that, knowing him, with everything that is in his head. I still remember certain discussions with him on the vaccine and Covid... The substance there is, but afterwards, unless there is a second opinion...," he said to reporters. "I don't think he himself knows [why] unfortunately. It's hard for him. I have always supported him." ....... Bayern winger Coman, who has played alongside the Juve midfielder for France for years, protested Pogba's innocence and weighed in with his support. "We all support Paul, he's a very close friend, he's part of the family," he told reporters. "We don't really know more, we'll have to look. But we know Paul, we knows that if something happened, it was surely unconsciously, without intention. We are with him wholeheartedly." Read more -> https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/paul-pogba-defended-kingsley-coman-failed-drugs-test-didier-deschamps-juventus-banned-substance/blta5d3221fa40900bc

Ex-Juventus doctor expects them to defend Pogba Juventus is committed to proving that Paul Pogba did not intentionally take a banned substance, as revealed by the club’s former doctor, Andrea Causarano. The French midfielder’s recent doping issue has garnered unwelcome attention for Juventus, as the club seeks to address this off-field problem. While Pogba has faced challenges in gaining consistent playing time on the field, this is the second off-field issue he has encountered since his move to the Allianz Stadium. Juventus is eager to determine the final outcome of the doping case, and if Pogba is ultimately banned, the club is reportedly prepared to terminate his contract. Pogba will have the opportunity to explain to the club doctors how the banned substance entered his system. Causarano believes that Juventus will make every effort to defend Pogba in this matter, emphasising their commitment to establishing the facts and ensuring a fair resolution to the situation. ....... Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/ex-juventus-doctor-expects-them-to-defend-pogba/

DIDIER DESCHAMPS ON PAUL POGBA’S ANTI-DOPING OFFENCE: “IT’S ANOTHER SETBACK FOR HIM.” In the aftermath of France’s 2-1 away loss to Germany in Dortmund, France’s national team manager Didier Deschamps was asked about Paul Pogba’s anti-doping offence. ....... “I don’t know all the facts. It’s still an ongoing process“, Deschamps said to TF1. “But there are so many bad things happening for Paul at the moment… It’s tough.” The France boss revealed he has been exchanging messages with Pogba since Monday. When asked if one of his most trusted midfielders could intentionally take performance-enhancing drugs, Deschamps replied that he could not imagine it. “I still remember discussions with him relating to COVID and vaccination. But the metabolites were there. As to know why and how, I don’t think he himself knows, unfortunately. It’s tough for him, I’ve always backed him. It’s another setback for him.“ Read more -> https://www.getfootballnewsfrance.com/2023/didier-deschamps-on-paul-pogbas-anti-doping-offense-its-another-setback-for-him/

Juventus Can Suspend Pogba Pay over Doping Charges While Pogba awaits more exams and ponders his next moves, which are limited, Juventus hinted at possible actions toward the player in the statement announcing his ban. Doping is one of the rare cases where it’s possible to suspend the wages, as per the collective bargaining agreement, starting from the effective date of the illicit and for the entire duration of the punishment. The bylaws read. Read more -> https://cultofcalcio.com/juventus-can-suspend-pogba-pay-over-doping-charges/

From Chiesa to Danilo: Allegri facing several headaches ahead of Lazio clash This weekend, Juventus will be facing their toughest test of the season thus far as they host Lazio at the Allianz Stadium. The Bianconeri collected seven points from their first three fixtures, but are yet to face a fellow top side. Unfortunately for Max Allegri, he finds himself facing several dilemmas, mostly due to the ongoing international break. As we all know by now, Paul Pogba won’t be present after testing positive for testosterone. The Frenchman is now on a precautionary suspension awaiting further investigation. ........ Federico Chiesa sustained a slight knock while training with Italy, prompting his premature return to Turin. Luckily, test results ruled out an injury, but the Italian will likely start on the bench, forcing a change in the attacking pair. Moreover, Weston McKennie, Timothy Weah and Danilo will only return late from international duty. They will hardly have 48 hours to recover from the long trip and prepare for Saturday’s encounter. ......... Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/from-chiesa-to-danilo-allegri-facing-several-headaches-ahead-of-lazio-clash/

Juventus and Torino unite their tragedies in Superga and Heysel square In a brilliant initiative organized by the municipality of Piscina, Juventus and Torino unitedly paid tributes to the victims of two separate tragic events. Children from the two clubs’ youth sectors shared the pitch in an event that commemorated two tragedies that marked the history of Italian football. On the 4th of May 1949, the Superga air disaster ended the lives of 31 persons, including the members of the greatest squad in Torino’s history. That group dominated Italian football at the time. As for the Heysel disaster, it occurred on the 29th of May 1985. Juventus won their first European Cup on that day at Liverpool’s expense, but it turned out to be a miserable memory for the club, as 39 Bianconeri supporters lost their lives due to crowd trouble before the kickoff. To make matters even worse, some supporters from both clubs (and others as well) have used these tragic incidents for taunt and banter in the past. ........ Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-and-torino-unite-their-tragedies-in-superga-and-heysel-square/

Anti-Doping Commission member says Juventus risks nothing in the Pogba case Juventus is not at risk of facing punishment if Paul Pogba’s doping case is confirmed, despite the French midfielder potentially facing a ban of up to four years. Reports suggest that Pogba failed a drug test for samples taken during the Juventus match against Udinese, even though he did not play in that particular game. He subsequently played in the following two matches as he continued his return to full fitness. ........ Anti Doping Commission member Walter Della Frera has clarified that the Bianconeri will not face any punishment in this matter. The focus of any sanctions or consequences would primarily be on the individual involved, in this case, Paul Pogba. ...... “Pogba risks 2 to 4 years, whether the hiring is voluntary or not must be established. Counter-analyses usually confirm what emerged in the first analysis. Juventus doesn’t risk anything, the checks we carry out as a team are strict and close. Until the second test, we must protect Pogba. Now we need to understand the path of motivations and everything. After this, the National Anti-Doping Tribunal will decide on the voluntary or involuntary nature of taking the doping substance.” ....... Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/anti-doping-commission-member-says-juventus-risks-nothing-in-the-pogba-case/

Pogba could be asked to pay damages to Juventus Juventus has been hit hard by the news of Paul Pogba’s suspension for failing a doping test, and the midfielder is reportedly preparing to request a re-test to challenge the results. Pogba is one of the club’s highest earners, and there have been efforts to renegotiate his contract to reduce his wages, particularly given his limited playing time, including just one start last season and minimal participation in the current campaign. If Pogba’s doping offence is confirmed, he could face a ban of up to four years, a consequence that could effectively end his football career. ........ Serie A lawyer Mattia Grassani has commented on the situation and suggested that Pogba could potentially be asked to pay damages to the club and its shareholders. The legal implications of the doping case will likely become more clear as the investigation progresses. ....... Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pogba-could-be-asked-to-pay-damages-to-juventus/

Anti-Doping Commission surprised by Pogba ‘negligence’ towards Juventus FIGC Anti-Doping Commission member Walter Della Frera was ‘surprised’ by Paul Pogba failing a doping test, especially as all signs point towards the player’s ‘negligence’, which would completely exonerate Juventus. ........ Pogba risks a ban of two years if he is found to have accidentally taken the banned substance, rising to four years if it was done intentionally to boost performance. ........ “An athlete must always be conscious and never negligent of what he is putting into his body. The Pogba issue surprised me, because testosterone is an anabolic that is absolutely banned by the anti-doping rules. “It can increase muscle development, but it’s surprising because it is also the easiest substance to spot in an anti-doping test. If you were an athlete intentionally trying to break the rules on doping, this is really not the substance you would take.” ........ As the American rules are rather lax on these integrators, many of them contain substances that are not listed on the label of ingredients. It prompted an overhaul of the rules in Italy and players have since been extremely careful in checking with their club medical staff before taking any over the counter medication. ....... If Pogba did indeed take this integrator without checking it over with the medical staff, Juventus have a very strong case to terminate his contract. “The club does not run any risks. It is the doping from a single athlete, not the whole team. In Italy there are very harsh controls, often surprise ones not just during the season, but also in pre-season training retreats. “Juve have no objective responsibility, at least as far as we know.” Read more -> https://football-italia.net/anti-doping-commission-surprised-by-pogba-negligence-towards-juventus/

Del Piero joins UEFA coaching course as he eyes a managerial career Alessandro Del Piero, the former Juventus striker and club legend, has joined the ranks of former players seeking coaching qualifications. ...... He is among the former players who are currently undertaking the UEFA Pro coaching course, a program designed to prepare individuals for careers as coaches. If successful, Del Piero could follow in the footsteps of fellow former Juventus players like Andrea Pirlo and Antonio Conte, who have transitioned into coaching roles. ....... Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/del-piero-joins-uefa-coaching-course-as-he-eyes-a-managerial-career/

Dino Zoff argues that Agnelli’s sale would be “tragic” for Juventus The Agnelli family has been the club’s majority owner since 1923, only recently celebrating a full century at the helm. For his part, legendary Juventus goalkeeper Dino Zoff explains why such a prospect would be tragic for the club. “The Agnelli family selling Juventus would be tragic,” argues the 81-year-old in an interview. “This family represents one of the country’s institutions. The world changes but the Agnellis remain the Agnellis. They are Juventus. “If this were to happen, I would be disappointed. For me tradition is important. It’s not something that should change depending on times and circumstances. “Selling Juventus would be a major blow,” concludes the 1982 World Cup hero. ...... Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/dino-zoff-argues-that-agnellis-sale-would-be-tragic-for-juventus/

Reports Pogba did not consult with Juventus, making contract termination likely Juventus would have a very strong case to terminate Paul Pogba’s contract, because it’s reported he took medication without alerting their medical staff, causing his doping test failure. The midfielder showed elevated levels of testosterone in the blood test taken after the 3-0 Serie A victory away to Udinese on August 20, a match that he spent entirely on the bench. A counter-analysis of the B Sample will be done over the next couple of days, but more details are beginning to emerge on what happened and it does not look good for Pogba. He told the club that he took a vitamin integrator while in the United States over the summer that was recommended to him by a friend who works in medicine, but did not cross-check it with Juventus medical staff. This would be a huge oversight, because American rules on what ingredients need to be listed on the label are very lax ...... If Pogba confessed to taking this integrator without checking with the medical staff, Juventus would have a very strong case to pin the blame entirely on him and terminate the contract. Considering his constant injury problems and huge salary, it might be too tempting an option to turn down. ....... Read more -> https://football-italia.net/reports-pogba-did-not-consult-with-juventus-making-contract-termination-likely/

Leonardo Bonucci set to take legal action against Juventus A messy divorce is now going to get even messier. The final weeks of Leonardo Bonucci’s career involved plenty of off-field drama and nothing to talk about on it. That’s because, as we know all too well by now, that Bonucci was frozen out of the Juventus squad and told to find a new club if he wants to play in the 2023-24 despite the player’s previous desire to see out the final year of his career in Turin. ........ Bonucci is set to take legal action against Juventus for what his legal team says were damages to his image and reputation. Legal paperwork was expected to be filed on Tuesday, with other claims including that Juventus did not put him in the proper conditions to train despite being away from the squad, which would be in violation of the collective agreement with the Italian players’ association. If Bonucci is to win any damages, he plans to donate 100% of them to the pediatric neurosurgery department of the Regina Margherita Children’s Hospital in Turin where his son Matteo got treatment as a young child. ........ Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2023/9/12/23870179/leonardo-bonucci-to-take-legal-action-against-juventus-2023-serie-a-summer-transfers-freezing-out

Agent: ‘Pogba never intended to break rules’ Paul Pogba’s agent assures the Juventus midfielder ‘never intended to break the rules’ after he failed a Serie A doping test. The player showed elevated levels of testosterone in his blood test following the 3-0 win away to Udinese on August 20, a game that he spent on the bench. The B Sample will be analysed over the next couple of days, but Pogba has been provisionally suspended. “We are waiting for the results of the counter-analysis and cannot say anything until then,” agent Rafaela Pimenta told sources. “The only certain thing is that Paul Pogba never intended to break the rules.” ....... Read more -> https://football-italia.net/agent-pogba-never-intended-to-break-rules/