Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba has vowed to appeal a four year ban slapped on him on Thursday after he was found guilty of doping.
Through a statement, the former Manchester United player noted how heartbroken he is as he swore that he had never taken supplements that violate anti-doping regulations.
“I have today been informed of the Tribunale Nazionale Antidoping’s decision and believe that the verdict is incorrect.
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I am sad, shocked and heartbroken that everything I have built in my professional playing career has been taken away from me.
When I am free of legal restrictions the full story will become clear, but I have never knowingly or deliberately taken any supplements that violate anti-doping regulations.
As a professional athlete I would never do anything to enhance my performance by using banned substances and have never disrespected or cheated fellow athletes and supporters of any of the teams I have played for, or against.
As a consequence of the decision announced today I will appeal this before the Court of Arbitration for Sport.” he said
Following his move to Juventus, Pobga has been on the media for all the wrong reasons including a recent fallout with his family over alleged use of black magic on fellow players.
