After joining AS Monaco and returning to the football pitch, Paul Pogba has spoken very highly of his new teammate, former Liverpool player Takumi Minamino. Pogba expressed his admiration for Minamino’s exceptional work ethic and professionalism since they started training together.
💪 A Fresh Start and New Teammates
Paul Pogba is beginning a new chapter in his career at Monaco after a challenging period away from the sport. As he gets back into training, he is getting to know his teammates, and Minamino has clearly made a strong impression on him. This move offers Pogba a chance to regain his form in Ligue 1.
🌟 High Praise for Minamino’s Discipline
Pogba highlighted Minamino’s incredible dedication, noting him as a role model for professionalism. He shared his observations, saying, “Takumi is always the first one to arrive at training and the last to leave. I’ve never seen a player so disciplined yet enjoying football so much at the same time.” Pogba added that this is something he feels he can learn from.
⚽️ A Smart and Promising Duo
Beyond his work ethic, Pogba also praised Minamino’s intelligence on the field. “When you watch him play, you can clearly see he’s always thinking on the pitch,” he explained. “He’s incredibly smart, and his movement shows just how deeply he understands the game.” Since joining Monaco from Liverpool in 2022, Minamino has scored 21 goals and provided 17 assists in 105 appearances. With both players now on the same team, fans are excited to see what this new partnership can bring to Ligue 1.
